Antique & Estate Watches

This unique collection of rare and unusual Wrist & Pocket Watches, created during a period, when craftsman "took pride in their work". Even now 100 to 200 years later, these exceptional timepieces are ticking away, a testament to their exceptional quality.

Why do watches have "Jewels"?

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Exceptional condition, best describes this beautiful pocket watch, more than 100 years after its creation. With an beautiful engraved back cover.

This Pocket watch is lever set, screw off covers, size 14, gold filled and in wonderful  visual and running condition.

"Exceptional Condition"

Only $675.

#E 232                                           14-K Y.G.

Approx. Circa 1905 Approx. Circa

"Split-Second Chronograph"

Size 14 ~  14-K ~ Lever Set ~  Case 2"

This 14-K Yellow Gold chronograph is known as a "Chronographe a rattrapante" in German, or as a Split-Second Chronograph in English.

With its 5 moving hands, 1 for the seconds, 1 for the minutes, 1 for the hour and 2 hands for "split" times of the chronograph. When pushing the "Crown" both hands of the split-second chronograph start moving simultaneously. The first action of the "rattrapante", the "pusher" stops one of these hands while the other keeps running. With the second push the second hand of the chronograph catches up with the other hand, and both keep going simultaneously. this allows you to "read intermediate' or "split times". This masterful "complication" in this chronograph pocket watch, was an equivalent then, as the micro- chip is to today in its complex technological advancement.

Chronographs became popular during WW-I, soldiers would "see the flash" of the enemies cannon and would start their chronograph, when they "heard the sound" of the cannon fire, they would stop the chronograph.  Since sound travels at 330 meters per second, it was simple task to  calculate the distance to their enemy from their present location.

Swiss made, with no makers name, crafted for the US market, its case is an "C.W.C. Co. PLANTE", #1234151. So well crafted, that this exceptional Chronograph will run 42 hours on one winding.

"A rare, exceptional time-piece"  

Only $2875.

#1553                                           Coin Silver

Circa 1907Circa

Waltham

Size 14 ~  NS ~ Lever Set ~  Case 2-1/4"  Swing Out Case ~ 17 Jewel Movement

#16308586

Men's Pocket Watch, in excellent condition, 17 Jewel movement, screw down cover, size 14, the case diameter is 2- 1/4" wide. There are no cracks in the dial, though there are very fine scratch's in this original heavy thick crystal. The case and movement is in fine condition.

Leaver set with a "Swing out" movement, this is a fine choice to add to your collection, or as a "started watch" when beginning a new collection, as a very reasonable price.

 "100 years old"  

Only $425.

Men's Pocket Watch, excellent condition, size 8, outside case 47.17 m/m wide. The case is a "Fahys" #8575508. This pocket watch is in excellent condition, with the exception of two small dents on the back cover, that are hardily noticeable. Also the back cover is engraved "C.L.H.". The many hours that I spent to recondition this treasure from the past, was a true joy. May it serve its new owner for another 100 years.

"An American Classic"

Only $295.

Men's Pocket Watch, excellent condition, size 16, the case diameter is 2-3/16" wide. There are no cracks in the dial, though there are very fine scratch's in this original heavy thick crystal. The case is a "Fahys" case with the case #of 5028922, very clean with no dents. This is a "screw off " case with a "Stem Set" for setting the time.

Approaching 100 years old, it is in excellent visual as well as  running condition, and it bound to serve its new owners for another 100 years.

 "An American Beauty"

Only $495.

This exceptional engraved design on the front & back Bezel and back cover, makes this extraordinary pocket watch a timeless classic.

This superior 17 Jewel movement, keeps excellent time today almost 100 years after its creation. Circa 1910, crafted in 10-K Yellow Gold Filled, its dial is crack free, while its case is dent free, showing the extraordinary care it was given during the past century.  And it still has an "engraveable area" for your own initials to be hand engraved, so as to personalize this classic pocket watch.

An excellent choice, at a reasonable price

 "Unforgettable"

Only $595.

It almost looks new, as this superior pocket watch ticks on into another century.

This outstanding 17 Jewel movement, crafted by Hamilton in 1918 for those early pilots and explores of that day. It has a  screw off cover, "swing out" case, lever set, and excellent movement. Its exceptional superiority is self evident as it continues keeping excellent time and ticking away towards its century old birthday. With very little work on my part, I truly enjoyed working on this unforgettable classic time-piece. 

 "Exceptional Condition"

Only $495.

Over three quarters of a century after its creation, and this fine Elgin pocket watch is still running great.

It has a beautiful engraved design in the back of the case. With its reliable 15 jewel, size 10 movement and the case is 1-1/2" in diameter. The dial has a few hair line cracks and chips that are hardily noticeable.

 "Historical & Reasonable"

Only $295.

In such good condition, it is hard to believe that it has been around and constantly used for the past eight and a half decades.

This superior 17 Jewel movement, with its "double roller" keeps excellent time. It is gold filled,  "stem set", with a screw off front and back cover. The dial is crack free and pure white with scratch free crystal.

Another excellent choice, at a reasonable price

 "An American Classic"

Only $395.

"Classic" White Gold of the 1920's, is a perfect complement for today's Platinum rage.

This Waltham pocket watch, has a size 8 movement, with a case that is that is 1-3/4" in diameter. Its 15 Jewel movement is in great running condition. The back cover has a few "very small dents" that are hardly noticeable. It case was crafted in 10-K white gold filled, with a beautiful raised engraved design. Its covers are "screw off", with a stem set for setting the time.

Sensible Priced & Simply Splendid

 "A Timeless Classic"

Only $395.

Classic Pre Depression Era design, with its exceptional engraved back cover and bezel cover.

This Waltham pocket watch, crafted in 10-K gold filled, hinged back cover, size 8, champagne color dial, with its 17 Jewel movement, is in beautiful visual and running condition. Over 3/4 of a century after its creation, it is still keeping beautiful time, a testament to its quality.

Sensible Priced, for a bit of history

 "A Classic Time-piece"

Sue, the watch chain for you

Only $175

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The Pocket Watch, Only $395.

During the depression this was one of the most desired wrist watch's that few could afford.

This 21 Jewel, Bulova 5th. Ave. Curvex is in excellent running condition. The case is 1-3/4" long (45.71 m/m) x 3/4" wide (19.81 m/m) and is also in excellent condition.  Its crystal is scratch free, while the dial does have a few "spots" (this is to be expected with any watch that is over 70 years old).

The Curvex was one of the most desired "Tank" style wrist watch's ever made. An extraordinary watch, complete with a new "Pig skin" leather strap. A bit of history, and elegance that will bring welcomed comments when ever it is worn.

 "An American Classic"

Only $240.

#1996                                         10-K  R.G.P.

Circa     1936     Circa

Waltham

Number #29163008

Size 8 ~  R.G.P. ~  Case 1-3/4"

One of my personal favorites, out of all the pocket watches that I own,  I just love this classic 1930 style. This pocket watch is in beautiful condition, crafted in 10-K Rolled Gold Plate, with a 17 jewel movement, size 8. The back cover is engraved with the initials "J K", but for "true collectors" who appreciate fine Antique & Estate time pieces, this is no major problem. With a little luck "it might just be your initials" or someone that you know? As always, in excellent visual and running condition.

" A True Classic"

Only $425.