VTG 1967 Waltham Custom Designed 17J Gator Bowl Basketball Watch BOX PAPERS For Sale

Item Specifics:Brand: WalthamMovement: Mechanical (Manual) Number of Jewels: 17 JewelsYear Manufactured: 1967Condition: For parts or not workingCountry/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland (Movement) / USA (Assembled)Incredibly rare piece of University of Florida basketball history. This is a vintage 1967 Waltham \"Custom Designed\" 17-Jewel mechanical wrist watch issued for the historic 1967 Gator Bowl Basketball Tournament. Provenance & History: This watch was personally owned by University of Florida basketball coach, Tommy Bartlett. This era marked the birth of modern UF hoops history, including the program\'s first-ever national ranking and first 20-win season. Condition & Completeness: The Set: Includes the rare, original vintage \"Waltham of Chicago\" display box and the original \"Lifetime Guarantee\" paperwork. The Dial: Features a clean dial with the classic \"Custom Designed\" text and the vibrant, vintage Gator Bowl logo.The Movement: The watch is NOT currently running and is being sold strictly \"As-Is\" for historical display, restoration, or parts. The case back is unengraved. Perfect for die-hard Florida Gators collectors, SEC sports historians, or vintage Waltham watch enthusiasts looking for a unique restoration project. Shipping securely with tracking.