Up for sale is a fantastic, curated estate lot of antique mechanical pocket watches, spare parts, and vintage watchmaking tools. Please review the detailed breakdown of the three main timepieces included below: 1. Rare 1880s IWC Case with Jacot Locle Movement & Silver Dial. Movement/Dial Maker: Signed Jacot Locle (Switzerland). Features a high-grade 15 Jewel detached lever escapement. The Dial: Highly desirable, intricately engraved solid metal silver-gilt dial with applied metallic Roman numerals and a gorgeous floral motif. (Missing hands, tarnish present). The Case: Stamped with the authentic diamond hallmark of the prestigious International Watch Company (IWC Schaffhausen). Gilt brass / base metal. American Waltham Watch Co. Open Face Pocket Watch. Movement: Reliable 15-Jewel mechanical workhorse movement. The Case: Stamped by the Philadelphia Watch Case Co. In Silverode (a highly durable, classic vintage nickel-alloy formulation). Tacy / Tracy Watch Co. Open Face Pocket Watch. Movement: Quality Swiss lever movement produced via the Tavannes/Cyma joint venture. The Case: Illinois Watch Case Co. Elegantly polished gold-toned finish. Bonus Vintage Watch Parts & Tools Lot. Includes two antique pocket watch keys (perfect for winding or setting the hands on the Jacot/IWC watch). Assorted vintage watch parts and tools ideal for horology hobbyists, creators, or watch repair benches. Condition Statement All three pocket watches are currently non-running and in need of mechanical restoration, cleaning, or parts salvage. The Jacot/IWC watch is missing its hands. Pieces exhibit various stages of vintage tarnish, wear, and patina consistent with age. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully as they serve as the ultimate guide to cosmetic condition and what is included. As you can see there are many watch tools cases and parts screws, crystals etc.
Nice Vintage Beezley Liverpool Sterling Silver Pair Case Verge Fusee pocket watch for Repair. The balance seems ok and it looks like the chain is intact, but i wasn’t able to wind it, and i did not try to force it. The cases are in good condition for their age, but i do see a few small dents, dings, and scratches. I tried to show the Hallmarks in the photos, and the research I did suggests it was made in 1848 with London Hallmarks, but no guarantees, and please verify this info for yourself. The hinges on both cases are strong, and the dial is in pretty good condition with a few minor flaws. The crystal is clear, and looks good with a few minor flaws. I removed the green color felt to show the hallmarks, and i put it back in place. I will include the key that came with it. I showed the weight and measurements in the photos. Look very closely at the photos as they are part of the Description.
Used (Very good antique condition with rich natural patina, complete set, see photos). Pocket Watch Case Repair / Dent Remover. Antique (Late 19th Century – Early 20th Century). Steel/Nickel-Plated Components & Original Hardwood Box. Rare Antique Watchmaker & Casemaker Pocket Watch Case Dent Repair Tool Set. Up for sale is a highly elusive and rare piece of horological history. This is an authentic antique watchmaker’s specialty tool set specifically designed for removing dents, dings, and shape distortions from pocket watch cases. Finding these sets complete and intact inside their original fitted wooden boxes is exceptionally difficult. This specific tool allows a master watchmaker or casemaker to meticulously push out dents and reform the delicate metal covers (gold, silver, or brass) of vintage pocket watches without marring or stretching the metal. 1 Heavy-duty mechanical adjustable clamp/vice press mechanism. 6 Interchangeable polished steel shaping stakes/heads of various curvature profiles to match different case sizes. 1 Round polished anvil plate. Original fitted hardwood box with custom component cutouts and a functioning latch mechanism. Original protective wrapping paper retained inside the upper lid. The set is in beautiful, authentic antique condition. The mechanical thumb screw turns smoothly and functions as intended. All metal parts show a wonderful, genuine aged patina with no structural damage. The wooden box has gorgeous vintage character, light surface wear consistent with age, and a secure lid latch. Please carefully inspect the provided high-resolution images to assess the exact condition, parts, and measurements (taken with the ruler shown). An incredibly scarce addition to any fine collection of antique watchmaking tools, horology equipment, or unique industrial instruments. Will be packed with utmost care using protective materials to ensure it arrives safely. Thank you very much.
Brand: Waltham Watch Co. Movement: Mechanical (wind-up), Seventeen 17 Jewels. Case Type: Hunter Case (Full-cover hinged lid). Case Material: Base Metal. Dial: Gold tone center with a detailed engraved pattern and black chapter rings featuring Roman numeral markers. The exterior of the hunter case is decorated with a detailed floral and leaf engraving. The movement is engraved with Waltham Watch Co. The inside of the outer case back is marked Waltham Watch Co. ” “Swiss Made, ” and “Base Metal. Condition Notes and Flaws. Specific Flaw: When wound, the internal movement (the “innards”) is observed to be running and spinning, but the analog hands on the dial do not move. The case shows minor signs of age and wear, including light scratching and some surface patina/discoloration consistent with a vintage base metal item. The winding/setting mechanism works.
Used (Very good antique condition with rich natural patina, complete set, see photos). Pocket Watch Case Repair / Dent Remover. Antique (Late 19th Century – Early 20th Century). Steel/Nickel-Plated Components & Original Hardwood Box. Rare Antique Watchmaker & Casemaker Pocket Watch Case Dent Repair Tool Set. Up for sale is a highly elusive and rare piece of horological history. This is an authentic antique watchmaker’s specialty tool set specifically designed for removing dents, dings, and shape distortions from pocket watch cases. Finding these sets complete and intact inside their original fitted wooden boxes is exceptionally difficult. This specific tool allows a master watchmaker or casemaker to meticulously push out dents and reform the delicate metal covers (gold, silver, or brass) of vintage pocket watches without marring or stretching the metal. 1 Heavy-duty mechanical adjustable clamp/vice press mechanism. 6 Interchangeable polished steel shaping stakes/heads of various curvature profiles to match different case sizes. 1 Round polished anvil plate. Original fitted hardwood box with custom component cutouts and a functioning latch mechanism. Original protective wrapping paper retained inside the upper lid. The set is in beautiful, authentic antique condition. The mechanical thumb screw turns smoothly and functions as intended. All metal parts show a wonderful, genuine aged patina with no structural damage. The wooden box has gorgeous vintage character, light surface wear consistent with age, and a secure lid latch. Please carefully inspect the provided high-resolution images to assess the exact condition, parts, and measurements (taken with the ruler shown). An incredibly scarce addition to any fine collection of antique watchmaking tools, horology equipment, or unique industrial instruments. Will be packed with utmost care using protective materials to ensure it arrives safely. Thank you very much.
Vintage Illinois pocket watch in an attractive gold-filled hunter case. The watch appears complete with original enamel dial, blued hands, and 15-jewel Illinois movement, but is not currently running. Small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock. Serial numbers visible in photos. The case interior is marked. Illinois Watch Case Co. The dial appears to be in very nice condition overall, and the movement looks complete and relatively clean. I have not attempted repairs beyond opening the case for inspection. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Illinois Pocket Watch 15J Gold Filled Hunter Case Parts Repair Not Running.
From an estate, found exactly as you see it here. NO CASE, NO KEY. Just as you see it here. I tried to wind this using a borrowed keylike thing, but it runs only for a second or two. Looks beautiful to my inexperienced eye, but it’s obviously going to need some help. You know, because those things are not included.
Brand: Waltham Watch Co. Movement: Mechanical (wind-up), Seventeen 17 Jewels. Case Type: Hunter Case (Full-cover hinged lid). Case Material: Base Metal. Dial: Gold tone center with a detailed engraved pattern and black chapter rings featuring Roman numeral markers. The exterior of the hunter case is decorated with a detailed floral and leaf engraving. The movement is engraved with Waltham Watch Co. The inside of the outer case back is marked Waltham Watch Co. ” “Swiss Made, ” and “Base Metal. Condition Notes and Flaws. Specific Flaw: When wound, the internal movement (the “innards”) is observed to be running and spinning, but the analog hands on the dial do not move. The case shows minor signs of age and wear, including light scratching and some surface patina/discoloration consistent with a vintage base metal item. The winding/setting mechanism works.
52 Grams Gold Filled Pocket Watch Case Keystone/Philadelphia Scrap Parts Repair. Two cases one is a Keystone the other is philadelphia, acording to pocketwatch database case info these would be classified as 10K. Small 12s I believe and the other a 18s, Little to no wear.