This is a waltham 10k goldfilled pocket watch in working order. Wwco, in 1923 briefly to the waltham watch and clock company and finally in 1925 to the waltham watch company wwc. This vintage 1912 ladies waltham pocket watch features a gold filled illinois hunter case. Crystal gone, porcelain dial and hands in very good condition. Waltham watches can also bought and sold on online auction sites such as ebay. Antique 1912 waltham 18s 15j model 1883 grade 820 pocket watch. The riverside grade 60, models of 1898 and 1912 were not as common. Antique mechanical pocket watch repair, cleaning, repair. Each timepiece has been engraved with a serial number since 1852, starting with number 50. Describes the evolution of the american waltham watch company from its founding in 1851 until its closure in 1957. This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of walthams watches to its customers. The right to download and store or output pages and pictures from this web site is granted to users for their personal use only.
I have a waltham pocket watch that was made in 19101911. Download our resources and learn about pets nutritional and wellbeing requirements. Buying or selling a waltham watch is relatively straight forward. The factory itself is a brick building, with numerous long wings, several towers, and inclosing three ample inner courts, besides an elegant suite of. A few figures will perhaps convey an idea of the magnitude of the waltham pocket watch works in their present form. New and used items, cars, real estate, jobs, services, vacation rentals and more virtually anywhere in ontario. Folks are pleased to offer for your consideration this antique waltham pocket watch circa 1912. The gentlemens dress pocket watch of the day was a symbol of. Get the best deal for waltham antique pocket watches from the largest online selection at. It is fairly simple to confirm a watch is a waltham pocket watch and to identify the model and manufacturing date.
Like any other collectors items, the oldest and rarest pieces are the most valuable, so it is important to know as much information as you can about a watch before buying or selling it. Gold filled waltham open face pocket watch pocket watch. The watch has a stemwinding movement, traveller grade, which is working nicely. Waltham pocket watches are perhaps the easiest timepieces to date. White enamel dial has roman numerals and seconds dial at 6. Over the years, weve discovered that our customers have some common questions about their vintage and antique watches. The spruce crafts is part of the dotdash publishing family. Although the 08 or ohlsen regulator appears occasionally before 16111201, this is the point at which waltham begins using it consistently. The case was probably made in england by the dennison watch case company aaron dennison had a close association with.
I purchased it from doncaster, south yorkshire, uk three years ago. My first waltham was a vanguard model railroad style watch, 16 size, 23 jewels. The watch has a stemwinding movement, grade 610, which is working nicely. Open the back cover of the watch with your fingernail and look for identifying names a magnifying glass or loupe may be necessary.
The serial number 18,370,586 dates it back to 1912. Gold filled case, philadelphia watch case company, twentyfive year case. The case was probably made in england by the dennison watch case company aaron dennison had a close association with waltham. Antiques atlas gold filled waltham open face pocket watch. I spent time cleaning up each individual image as well. If your watch isnt in poor condition as most 70 year old watches are, expect to pay less. In 1857 the american watch company in waltham, massachusetts introduced the. Bringing forth imagery of bygone eras, timeless fob watches have made their way into the closets and dressers of dapper men everywhere. The following pricing is a guideline of what your pocket watch may need to again become a beautiful and dependable daily companion. Waltham antique pocket watches with 17 jewels 19101919 year of. The factory itself is a brick building, with numerous long wings, several towers, and inclosing three ample inner courts, besides an elegant suite of offices at one end and an observatory at the other. This is a quality old watch from one of americas premier watch manufacturers. There is no wear through or dents or deep scratches.
Watches by hourminsec products pocket watches american. Brief overview and time set procedure for a 1912 rolled gold waltham pocket watch. Get the best deals on waltham antique pocket watches with 17 jewels. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Waltham antique pocket watches with roman numerals for sale. Get the best deals on waltham antique pocket watches with roman. How to determine value of waltham watches lovetoknow. In this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage railroadgrade waltham or the earlier american waltham watch co. The american waltham watch company can trace its roots to 1849. A pocket watch or pocketwatch is a watch that is made to be carried in a pocket, as opposed. American waltham pocket watches ashtonblakey vintage. See todays waltham pocket watches for sale, best offer and auction. Fantastic porcelain dial, glass crystal and antique crown. The movement is fully signed and the serial number, 18825150 dates it back to 1912.
It is somewhere in this area not sure where yet that waltham stops using gold settings on the 845 and begins using composit settings. Used 1912 waltham pocket watch for sale in kansas city 1912 waltham pocket watch posted by sabrina robin stil in kansas city. Due to the fact that i own a lot of waltham pocket watches i. It has 15 jewels, screw down gold jewel settings, a patent micro regulator, solid gold. Every watch i accept for restoration is fully disassembled. This is a 1909 antique mens waltham 18s size pocket watch model 1883.
The watch is working well and in generally good condition. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. In 1907 the company name changed to waltham watch co. Get the best deals on waltham antique pocket watches with roman numerals when you shop the largest. Head 1mile south of the i80il47 interchange on il47, then west 12 mile on bedford rd us6 to the office. The current condition of your pocket watch will determine all. The booklet offers simple solutions to help ensure they remain within the ideal range.
Get the best deal for waltham pocket watches from the largest online selection at. You can see a few example pages for comparison here. Pocket watch auction online only friday, january 25, 2019 at 12. The watch itself measures 50mm diameter excluding the winding stem and the loop. Sidestepping any debate over which one was most beautiful, it is suffice to say that waltham s model 92 would be included with the finalists in any competition for such an honor. Make time for a classic with pocket watches from sears. Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches. Also go to barry s goldbergs pocket watch colection its very helpful. The movement is fully signed and the serial number 18621250 which dates it back to 1912. During the heyday of the american pocket watch, many beautiful watches were made by the truly gifted and skilled watchmakers of this country.
There is a ready market for waltham watches and many antique and vintage watch dealers are happy to deal with these collectible watches. As stated by carl sandberg in his biography of president abraham lincoln, the 16th president owned and carried a william ellery 18 size key wind silver cased pocket watch. Antique waltham traveller hunter pocket watch, 1912 la59666. This particular watch has 7 jewels and is waltham s 1904 bond street model. Gents pocket watch, gold hunter case, american waltham watch co, traveler, 1908. Discussion in american pocket watches started by jerry treiman, jul 11, 2017. With a classically nostalgic look and feel, a pocket watch is the perfect accessory for any person with a dashing sense of style. Brief history of the american waltham watch company including serial number lookup tables for production dates. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Sidestepping any debate over which one was most beautiful, it is suffice to say that walthams model 92 would be included with the. Unfollow antique waltham pocket watch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The vintage wrist watch company 1922 waltham stem winding. Waltham antique and vintage pocket watches antiques atlas.
The movement is protected by an inner hinged cover. Welcome to the nawcc american pocket watch message board. The vintage wrist watch company has clarified that the waltham traveler full hunter pocket watch la731 is genuinely of the period declared with the dateperiod of manufacture being 1912. It should have given waltham an immediate and early edge over the competition. American waltham pocket watches ashtonblakey vintage watches.
Regularly monitoring pets weight and body condition is vital to good health. Pocket watch american waltham watch co, traveler, 1908. Any other reproduction, by any means mechanical or electronic without the express written permission of watertown watch and clock company, is strictly prohibited. Waltham watch company was the first watchmaker to massproduce watch movements on an assembly line. Waltham antique pocket watch 1912, in working order, not guaranteed, engraved, more details. Contains usa made american waltham company 15 jewel movement, size 18, serial number 18205155, highly embellished and beautifully done. Get the best deals on waltham pocket watches 19101919 when you shop. Find waltham pocket watch in canada visit kijiji classifieds to buy, sell, or trade almost anything. This is a large 18 size pocket watch and the case is made of nickel silver. Two groups of highquality watches were produced by the company for orders placed by the canadian pacific railway. It has a 25 year gold filled case that is in very nice condition. Nov 23, 2015 1908 waltham pocket watch with serial number 22831189 enter the number in database for year of production confirmation. The watch size is 0s, approximately 1 12 x 1 12 in diameter. It is lever set but with the lever in the 11oclock position.
Waltham continued in business until 1957 and like many companies had several different names, owners and directors during its history. The vintage wrist watch company waltham marquis pocket. History of the american waltham watch company waltham, ma. Antique waltham pocket watch the gentlemens dress pocket. Before viewing the photos the black areas are just the reflection from my camera. Shop our extensive collection of unique and original waltham vintage pocket watches. Also commonly referred to as the waltham watch company, the american waltham watch company was the first watch company to mass produce watches in america and is generally considered to be the most important american watch company. A small waltham with an attractive dial waltham 1894 model movement. The watch has a 15 jewel stemwinding movement, grade 620, which is working well. On these pages, weve provided short howto articles in an attempt to answer a few of the most common questions and help you to learn more about the proper care and handling of your vintage pocket watch.
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