Ernest Borel Super Autosport Early Bumper

Aaron94 · Jan 17, 2024

Hi all, the other day I picked up this early bumper E. Borel Co. Super Autosport at a steal for just $18 USD. It is in stunning condition and running perfectly!

The caliber is a 1171 which I believe dates it to around 1940. It is a 'military style' watch although I know this doesn't necessarily mean it was used during the war. It has quite a thick case and is fairly heavy - most of my watches from this era are much lighter and thinner in profile.

I have noticed someone has filed something away on the inside of the caseback, does anyone have any idea what was once written there?

I thought I would just share this beautiful piece, if anyone knows any additional information about it I would really appreciate it! I don't believe these early bumpers are common?

Aaron

Longjean · Jan 17, 2024

Early shock setting too, ? Incabloc. I have watches from the 1950s with no shock setting.
Stainless steel when a lot of watches had chromed brass cases. All the finest attributes too, according to the case back.
Great find at a great price.

Tomcat1960 · Jan 17, 2024

Are you sure with the “all stainless steel”? The lid says “stsinless steel back”, which is normally an indication that the case is made from a different material.

Nonetheless, a magnificent and well equipped watch, and at that price, even better.

Aaron94 · Jan 18, 2024

I wondered that myself, it does look like it may be a steel case. Thanks!

Longjean · Jan 17, 2024

Me bad, I was viewing on a small device and was reading the French sans dos.
I am sure that you are correct.

Ernest Borel Super Autosport Early Bumper

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