Welcome back to The Rusty Goats Time Emporium LLC, the only historical preservation society where the artifacts are over a century old and our sales team consists entirely of aggressive farmyard animals. Up for sale today is an absolute powerhouse of military history: an authentic 1910s/1920s World War I era Swiss mechanical “Trench Watch”! And yes, this battlefield survivor is fully RUNNING. Give the pocket-watch style top crown a gentle wind with your hoofs and its high-grade Swiss movement springs to life like a spring lamb on a fresh patch of clover. THE GOAT-APPROVED FACT SHEET. Era: World War I / Early 1920s Antique. Movement Brand: Ruefli (High-end vintage Swiss movement supplier). Movement Specs: Premium 10 Jewels, 3 Adjustments mechanical manual-wind movement. A very high-grade caliber for a field-style watch from this era! Dial Architecture: Iconic military-style “Trench Watch” layout featuring bold black Arabic numerals, a popping “Red 12″ at the top, a shimmering textured gold center medallion signed A. N, and striking heat-blued steel spade hands. Case Material: Gold Filled back and bezel, officially stamped inside the hinged backing: Warranted 20 Years. The Band: Original antique black grosgrain ribbon/lace style military strap. The “Battle Scar” Defect. We tell it straight up here. The fabric material of the ribbon band is splitting/fraying in one spot from pure age. However, ALL of the original antique gold-filled mounting clips, geometric loops, and buckle hardware are completely present, intact, and ready for an upgrade or easy fabric re-threading! WHY THIS WATCH BELONGS IN YOUR CORRAL. Look, we aren’t going to pull the wool over your eyes-most century-old watches found in old barn chests look like they were trampled by a herd of angry mountain goats. This Ruefli piece is an absolute show-goat on the inside and outside. The dial setup has an incredible amount of early military charisma. Back during the Great War, officers wore these exact types of wristlets in the trenches because fumbling through a coat for a pocket watch was a great way to get targeted by an enemy patrol. The “Red 12″ was designed specifically so soldiers could instantly orient the dial in low-light environments. The 10 jewel heart inside is exceptionally clean, looking like it was locked inside a vault away from our clumsy farmhands. Don’t let this jaw-dropping slice of global history trot away into someone else’s pasture.

It has been keeping time but i have only ever wound it a bit. So the length of time it keeps time is unknown. I have tested with short winds and it keeps time up to 3 hours doing that. Shows wear, worn off finish to the case. The movement is sitting loosely inside of the case. Bit of damage to the glass face in a small area on the left side. Serial movement # 1823598. Case width is 54 mm.

Watch appears to be in pristine condition with little to any signs of use. Currently not running and has not been tested or had repairs. The 1890s Elgin Pocket Watch 14K Gold Filled Custom Keystone J Boss Case is a vintage timepiece manufactured in the United States prior to 1920. This pocket watch features a luxurious gold filled material and a unique custom Keystone J Boss case, adding to its collectible value. As a product of the renowned Elgin brand, this piece exudes quality craftsmanship and timeless elegance, making it a desirable accessory for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike.

ELGIN POCKET WATCH 30504320 SUPREME I. W. C. Co. Gold Filled Case Winds / Ticks. Size: 2 1/8″ x 1 5/8″ x 3/8. Condition: Winds and ticks. Keeping time so far but I have not had this very long so long term accuracy is unknown. The gold plating is good. No damage to the dial. There is an inscription on back. It reads: Love Dennis 73.

MY POCKET WATCHES ARE CHECKED BY A WATCHMAKER TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE WORKING. No hairlines/ good crystal/ clean movement/ excellent case/ closures work. As with most vintage timepieces this watch should be serviced. No guarantee of accuracy implied.

This Waltham is set in a C. Co Gold Filled case. The chain is labeled 12k Gold Filled. It appears to have been produce between 1897 and 1899. The movement works when wound. A few seconds winding and it’s been running for several days now, but I haven’t gauged how closely it actually keeps the time. The case features beautiful floral designs around the edge as well as surrounding a small box in the center on both the back and front. The central square on the front has the initials “CS” engraved in flowing script. The central square on the back features a scene that appears to show a house among trees with a lake and distant trees in the background. The details are sharp and there is very little wear on the outside for the age. Case Serial Number: 664558. Movement Serial Number: 7394119. Below is the data provided by the Pocket Watch Database. May 1897 – July 1899. Condition Notes: Works, but not tested for how well it keeps time. There is a name Carry Shafer? Engraved under the first layer of the back cover. There are initials engraved on the front cover/lid. There are minor scuffs. There is a small dent on the back near the hinge and a little scratch near the central square on the back. The movement, face, and glass look really clean.

Watch winds and runs. When setting time have to be careful as it can be set but feels like there’s some disconnect. The product is a vintage 1900s Elgin pocket watch with a 32.5mm size and a yellow gold filled case. This unisex adults’ timepiece runs on the classic mechanical movement and showcases the intricate craftsmanship and design of the early 1900s. The gold filled case adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to this timeless piece, making it a unique and valuable addition to any watch collection.

Antique B&B Royal 3/0-size gold-filled wristwatch case, featuring an attractive engraved bezel and fixed wire lugs. The inside case back is stamped: 3/0 B&B ROYAL 20 YEARS 654923 The “20 Years” marking identifies this as a period gold-filled case rather than solid gold. Details: Movement size: 3/0 Maker/brand: B&B Royal Gold-filled – 20-year guarantee Approx. Diameter: 31-32 mm, excluding crown/lugs Weight: 8.6 grams as pictured Ornately engraved bezel Fixed wire lugs Hinged back Crystal present Serial no. 654923 Case only – no movement, dial, crown/stem, hands or strap Shows age-appropriate scratches, patina, plating/finish wear and wear to the crystal. Please use the photographs as the primary condition reference. An attractive early American gold-filled wristwatch/trench-watch case suitable for restoration, parts, or a period watch project.

Elgin National Watch Company.