Orient Chandor Tank Watch for parts or repair — a vintage 28mm gold-tone timepiece with a champagne dial, offered as a salvage item for dedicated restorers and collectors. This piece carries the distinctive Orient charm in a compact tank silhouette, ready to be explored for repair, spare parts, or display in a curated collection.
This item is used and shows wear: scratches on the case and crystal, reflecting its age and prior use. It is currently non-functional and will require repair. A new battery will not fix it, so this is best approached as a restoration project or source of authentic parts rather than a ready-to-wear watch.
Key details at a glance
- Model: Orient Chandor, part number 0985407-40
- Movement Type: Quartz
- Dial: Champagne with non-numeric hour marks
- Case/Finish: Gold-tone
- Size: 28mm diameter
- Condition: Used, with scratches on case and crystal; non-working; battery will not resolve issue
Who this is ideal for
- Watch enthusiasts restoring a vintage Orient Chandor collection
- DIY repair hobbyists seeking authentic parts for this model
- Collectors who appreciate the 28mm gold-tone tank design and champagne dial aesthetic
What makes this watch stand out
- Unique tank silhouette and champagne dial that capture a distinct vintage feel in a compact 28mm footprint
- Gold-tone finish that complements a wide range of casual and dress wear, making it a standout salvage piece
- Original Orient branding and model lineage (Chandor), offering authentic parts for restoration projects
How this compares to alternatives
- Unlike complete, ready-to-wear watches, this item prioritizes salvage value: you gain access to authentic bezel components, crown, case hardware, dial, and perhaps movement parts for careful restoration or cross-compatibility with other Chandor models.
- For a dedicated builder, the piece provides a genuine reference point for authentic Orient aesthetics in a vintage restoration workflow.
Practical tips for the best results
- Use this as a parts donor or restoration project for a matching Chandor tank watch—evaluate the case, crystal, dial, and movement components first to determine salvage potential.
- Store in a dry, climate-controlled environment to prevent further corrosion of metal components and to preserve any salvageable parts.
- Document any part you remove to aid future reassembly or cross-reference with other Orient Chandor models.
If you’re seeking a genuine Orient Chandor reference with restoration potential, this 0985407-40 parts-listed watch offers authentic design cues and a valuable source of components for your project. Please review the condition notes and consider how this salvage piece can fit into your repair or collection strategy.
