Up for sale is a rare, complete, and fully functional collector’s set featuring a c. 1919 South Bend 12-Size Open-Face Pocket Watch (Grade 429, 19 Jewels). This piece comes directly with its original South Bend leatherette velvet-lined display box and the elusive factory “Purple Ribbon” tag-an iconic piece of early 20th-century horological marketing history! Finding a high-grade 19-jewel South Bend dress watch in working order and accompanied by both its original box and intact factory ribbon tag is exceptionally difficult for collectors today. Movement Grade: 429 (High-grade 12-Size) Movement Serial Number:? 936857? Dates production to c. Includes: Original South Bend velvet-lined presentation box and original silk “Purple Ribbon” factory tag. Condition & Operational Status Working Status: Runs and keeps time! The movement winds smoothly by crown and sets properly. The balance wheel swings freely and strongly. Movement: Clean, intact damaskeened nickel movement with crisp, bright stampings and no rust or pitting. Case: Excellent vintage condition. The 20-year gold-fill layer remains strong with no visible brassing through the metal. Light, age-appropriate surface micro-scratches on the exterior back cover. Dial & Crystal: Dial shows a minor, natural patina consistent with age. Crystal is clear with minimal wear. Box & Ribbon: Presentation box is structurally sound with minor age wear to outer seams and soft velvet lining. The original purple silk factory ribbon tag is well-preserved with bright gold lettering. Feel free to message with any questions or if additional photos/movement angles are needed!
Size 16S Pocket Movements. Silver Plated : 500 (MLS2001 – MLS2500). (See Ultra High Quality pictures for condition of the case). Both covers screw on correctly (as shown in the pictures). You will receive random serial number of our choice. The Model for this case is “Mainliner”. Case Information Authorized Distributor for Classic Watch Case Co. Lever Cut to accommodate Lever Set Railroad Pocket Watch Movement. NOTE: Lever cut on both right and left side. Maker: Classic Watch Case Co. Pocket Watch Size: 16S, Size 16. ABOUT CLASSIC WATCH CASE Co. Classic Watch Case Co. USA (CWCCO, USA), was form March 18, 2018. The idea started in April of 2015 with designing 16S salesman cases. It is US based company with manufacturing facility in Taiwan. United States made the best watches in the world, not Swiss. The movements are so amazing, craftsmanship is unparalleled in the world. The requirement of Railroad Grade specification is so stringent, it challenged American watch makers to the level no others can meet. The objective of Classic Watch Case Co. USA is to let the world know and appreciate these masterpieces and remember their legacy etched in history. However, the beauty is encased where no one can see it, so Classic Watch Case Co, USA intends to produce clear back cases (or now commonly known as display salesman cases) so collectors can appreciate and showcase the pride of ownership. USA is founded by American pocket watch collector. We, at CWCCO, USA know that all of the watch case companies of the past do not survive the economy because the demand is not enough to sustain the company. Similarly, CWCCO, USA will also face similar fate. But, we would like to invest and promote pocket watch collection to younger generation of collectors.
Antique & in Excellent Condition 1897 Elgin 14kt GF 37mm Ornate Engraved Double Hunter Case Pocket Watch with 14kt GF 26in. Watch Fob/Chain in Original Box, In Excellent Working Condition with Safety Pinion Movement. Livermore Coin & Bullion, Inc. Livermore Coin& Bullion, Inc. To Insure You Receive Your Package Safely We Only Use Premium Packing Materials. We Will Always Disclose Any Issues There May Be with an Item, We will Never Mislead You Just to Make a Sale. Our Repeat Customers Mean the World to Us Because it Means That We Have Earned Your Trust.