Pocket Watch Case

A beautiful 1911 Elgin National Watch Co. Pocket watch (Serial #15385187). This Grade 303, 7-jewel movement is housed in a pristine 10K gold-filled’Victory’ case by the Philadelphia Watch Case Co. The 12-size frame makes it a perfect, elegant dress watch. Movement is clean and currently winds and runs. Includes vintage snake-mesh chain. Department: Unisex Adults Movement: Mechanical (Manual) Case Material: Gold Plated Case Color: Yellow Gold Dial Color: White Features: Includes Chain, Seconds Hand, Spring Cover Style: Railroad Grade Type: Pocket Watch Display: Analog Indices: Arabic Numerals Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant Closure: Open Face Keywords: antique, mechanical, timepiece, classic, jewelry, accessory, gift, collector, heirloom, gold-plated, roman numeral, subdial, pendant watch, chain fob.

Hamilton Grade 956 Pocket Watch – 16s – 17 Jewels – c. 1921 – Engraved Bass Case. Offered for sale is a classic Hamilton Grade 956 pocket watch, a well-regarded American-made timepiece known for its reliability and clean design. This example dates to circa 1921 and is housed in a nicely engraved case featuring a bass fish motif on the rear, giving it unique character and appeal. Grade: Hamilton 956. Jewels: 17 jewel movement. Movement: Nickel finish, 3/4 plate, pendant set. Dial: Very clean white dial with bold Arabic numerals; only a faint hairline between the 1 and 2, otherwise excellent. Crystal: Clear and in great condition. Case: Attractive engraved rear with bass design. Running: Watch is currently running and appears to keep time (accuracy not formally tested over extended periods). The movement is beautiful and well-presented, showing very nicely for its age. Overall, this pocket watch is in great condition and would make an excellent addition to a Hamilton collection or a standout daily carry for a vintage watch enthusiast. The second hand is missing, but this is a straightforward and easily replaceable part if desired. The watch functions without issue otherwise. A solid, honest example of an early 20th-century Hamilton with a unique engraved case-ready to enjoy or lightly restore.

Illinois 18s Pocket Watch. 17 Jewel Grade 65. Brackl Frayser Los Angeles Dial with Fortune Case. This is a running Illinois Watch Co. Pocket watch in its original nickel Fortune Trade Mark case, made in Springfield, Illinois in 1903. This is a Grade 65, an 18-size, 17-jewel, Adjusted full-plate movement with bright damaskeening and the distinctive Illinois decorative regulator. Serial number 1754975 for a 1903 production. The porcelain dial is private labeled “Brackl Frayser – Los Angeles, ” an early California jeweler who retailed Illinois watches in the early 20th century. The watch runs when wound and has been observed running steadily. No further timing or long-duration tests have been performed. As with all antique mechanical watches, a professional cleaning/oiling is recommended for long-term reliability. Illinois Watch Co. Serial 1,754,975 – 1903. Grade 65, Model 5. Full-plate nickel movement. Illinois Fleur-de-Lis style regulator. Porcelain enamel dial. Private-label: Brackl Frayser – Los Angeles. Blued steel hands. Good overall presentation (see condition notes). Nickel Fortune case (cuvette marked Fortune Trade Mark). Hinged back & inner dust cover. Crown winds and sets properly. Crystal and bezel intact. Bow tight and functional. This is a strong, complete Illinois 17-jewel watch with correct case and a scarce Los Angeles jeweler’s dial. Running when wound; no accuracy guarantee. Dial clean with expected light age (no distracting cracks from what is visible). Blued hands intact and correct. Case shows normal antique wear but no abuse – hinges secure. Movement appears clean and untampered with. Condition is overall very good, running but in need of service (see images).

Offered for sale is an antique Elgin pocket watch, manufactured in circa 1904, featuring an ornate hunter-style case and a classic single-sunk Elgin dial. A very attractive early-20th-century American pocket watch with strong visual appeal. The watch will run when wound but then stops, as shown in the video. This is a common issue with antique mechanical watches and a routine service/cleaning would likely go a long way. Estimated Production Year: 1904. Original Elgin single-sunk dial. Arabic numerals with red 5-minute markers. Sub-seconds at 6 o’clock. Dial shows age-appropriate spotting and wear consistent with over 120 years of use. Ornate floral-engraved hunter case. Marked Wadsworth – H. OT – Guaranteed 20 Years. Case shows honest wear, patina, and surface marks from age. Hinges open and close properly. Will run briefly and then stop. Likely in need of cleaning and servicing. Not tested for time accuracy or power reserve.

The American Waltham Model 1891 64 Grade Gold Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece from the late 19th century, manufactured by the American Waltham Watch Co in the United States. This unisex watch features a classic full hunter closure and a gold filled case, giving it a luxurious and timeless appeal. The mechanical manual movement ensures accurate timekeeping, making it a valuable collectible for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Antique pocketwatch from the U. With serial number #770263, is a 16 size, 7 jewel, grade 109, model 1895 lever set movement that dates to about 1904. The watch movement runs pretty well and keeps OK time; lever set works well. It does need a proper cleaning and servicing for more accurate time keeping. The watch dial has a couple of hairline cracks from I to IIII. The movement comes in a 20-year gold-filled B&B Royal case. Case has an embossed bird design on the back and a monogram in the cartouche on front. Case has some very light wear and a faint dent right on the monogram. Otherwise, the watch is in pretty decent condition; the pendant push opening mechanism works well. See photos for more details. The thing has about 45 or 50 grams of gold-filled, so several hundred dollars in gold content.

The American Waltham Model 1891 64 Grade Gold Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece from the late 19th century, manufactured by the American Waltham Watch Co in the United States. This unisex watch features a classic full hunter closure and a gold filled case, giving it a luxurious and timeless appeal. The mechanical manual movement ensures accurate timekeeping, making it a valuable collectible for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Offered for sale is an authentic antique American Waltham pocket watch, featuring the desirable Grade E “Seaside Quality” movement, housed in a coin silver case. This is a classic late-19th-century American timepiece, produced during Waltham’s golden era of watchmaking. American Waltham Watch Co. Grade: E (Seaside Quality). Estimated Production: March-October 1888. Case Material: Coin Silver. Case Style: Hunting case. Engraving: Attractive floral and foliate engraving on the exterior. Case Condition: Honest antique wear consistent with age; no structural issues noted. ? Dial & Hands. Original white dial with Roman numerals. Sub-seconds at 6 o’clock. Dial shows light age spotting consistent with an original 19th-century example. The watch runs intermittently. Service history is unknown; the watch will require professional servicing to be fully operational. This piece is ideal for a collector, display, light use, or period-correct restoration. A genuine 1880s Waltham pocket watch with original coin silver case is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.

Offered for sale is an antique American Waltham pocket watch, featuring the respected Grade No. 620 movement, housed in a Fahys “Montauk” 20-Year guaranteed gold-filled case. Year of Production: 1907. Jewels: 15 Jewel, screw-set. Movement Finish: Nickel with black inlay accents. Plate Style: Bridge plate, center bridge. This is a desirable early-20th-century Waltham movement, well regarded for durability and parts availability. Material: 14K Gold Filled. Case Type: Open face. Engraving: Light decorative engraving on back (see photos). The watch will run briefly with assistance, however it does not stay running consistently and does not appear to fully oscillate. It will require servicing to be fully operational. ? Dial & Hands. White enamel dial signed. Sub-seconds at 6 o’clock. Dial shows age-appropriate wear consistent with use. Please review all photos and video carefully as they are part of the description. A great candidate for restoration, collection, or display.

The 1927 South Bend Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece with a unique open face closure with dust cover snap inside screw back, and 21 jewels mechanical movement. This Railroad Grade watch features Arabic numerals on a beige dial, a 12-hour dial, and a seconds hand. The yellow gold filled case with a screwback caseback gives it a classic and timeless look. This pocket watch, made in the United States during the 1920s, is a valuable piece for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage watches. Good running watch, case in very good condition. Scratch on snap on dust cover which is inside the watch when the screw on back is in place.