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Waltham antique pocket watches with roman numerals for sale. Nevertheless, watches containing this marking were built over a number of years, having been drawn from a variety of runs of different grades of model 83 waltham watches. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. A loose car fouling a switch in a manner that blocked a locomotive from coupling would be pushed in the clear by the locomotive by means of a pole placed between the locomotive and the car. Waltham 18 size century pocket watch case with gold train. In many cases we do not know the origin of these goods. Dominion railways pocket watch by waltham dar dpi forum. A stunning open face waltham pocket watch with slender roman numerals.
A wide variety of pocket watch with train options are available to you, such as style, case material, and movement. Vintage waltham train nonrunning pocket watch 17 jewels. Organized by three associates in the mid19th century, the waltham watch company experienced a cloaked early history, as its founders did not want their design innovations to leak to the public. How to value your waltham pocket watch words al woods if you love pocket watches youll already be aware that certain timepieces have real investment potential. In 1849 aaron lufkin dennison, edward howard and david davis formed a company with a plan to use machinery to manufacture watch movement parts so precisely that they would become fully interchangeable. Porcelain enamel dial has one faint hairline between 11 and 12. Vintage waltham masonic octagon pocket watch 17 jewel. Made in 1871 by american watch company is an 18size waltham model 1870, crescent street. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
Walthamball official rr standard sn b 263497 in its stirrup bow case is also highly recognizable as a railroad watch. The watch has a stem winding movement, sterling grade, model 1883, which is working nicely. How to value your waltham pocket watch flux magazine. Vintage westclox railroad pocket watch property room.
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Antique american waltham pocket watch with train on back. Find great deals on ebay for waltham pocket watch train. Pocket watch case patent 18385 1912 antique steampunk railroad. Pocket watch identification and value guide the spruce crafts. I purchased a waltham pocket watch online, and the serial on it dates it to 1890. Waltham steam locomotive pocket watch antique catawiki. A famous train wreck on the lake shore and michigan southern railway in kipton, ohio on. Railway pocket watch for sale in uk view 23 bargains. Push poles trains magazine trains news wire, railroad. This timepiece is in excellent working condition and would make an. It was the first massproduced, interchangeable watch that was affordable to the average man.
Two groups of highquality watches were produced by the company for orders placed by the canadian pacific railway. Waltham 21 jewels antique pocket watches for sale ebay. Buy dueber watch co swiss steel hunting case pocket watch with locomotive railroad design and other pocket watches at. Like any other collectors items, the oldest and rarest pieces are the most valuable, so it is important to know as.
Watches by hourminsec waltham pocket watch railroad king. Organized by three associates in the mid19th century, the waltham watch company experienced a cloaked early history, as its founders did not want their design innovations to. And, contrary to common belief, there were many regulations in place before webb c. In 1907 the company name changed to waltham watch co. Unfollow railroad pocket watches to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Jan 02, 2007 nevertheless, watches containing this marking were built over a number of years, having been drawn from a variety of runs of different grades of model 83 waltham watches. Cars were built with a small cup like indentation at each corner about floor height to stabilize the end of the pole. Get the best deal for train pocket watch from the largest online selection at. Vintage 1924 waltham pocket watch, gold filled, 20 year. Item name waltham pocket watch railroad king special for r. Wwco, in 1923 briefly to the waltham watch and clock company and finally in 1925 to the waltham watch company wwc.
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. 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. The movement was serviced 61617 and the watch is running and keeping time. A pocket watch or pocketwatch is a watch that is made to be carried in a pocket, as opposed. Vintage pocket watch superior railway timekeeper w. Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches in this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage railroad grade waltham or the earlier american waltham watch co. 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 railroad grade pocket watch is simply a watch that was approved by a particular railroad organization for use by conductors on their rail. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. See more ideas about jewelry, railroad wife and railroad pocket watch.
Find the perfect deal for waltham 21 jewels antique pocket watches with free shipping on many items at ebay. They were made between 1851 and 1957 in waltham, massachusetts. Waltham pocket watches are popular with antique collectors and retailers who specialize in watches. This watch is grade 220, model 1894 and it is dated 1920. It was the first american watch designed and marketed especially as a railroad watch. The waltham watch company contributed greatly to the world of antique pocket watches with their precision engineering and fine craftsmanship. Store closures, insurance claims, misguided cargo, post office undeliverable packages or unclaimed merchandise. Gold filled waltham grade 630 pocket watch 17j 16s c. The watch measures 52 mm diameter excluding the stem and the loop. Rare 1904 waltham royal 17 jewel 12 size solid 14k gold pocket watch no reserve. The movement has 15 ruby jewels, a chronometer balance, is adjusted to 5 positions temperature and isochronism, key wind and key set from the back, also one of the the. Here is a very rare dominion railways pocket watch i wanted to share with you. Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches in this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage railroadgrade waltham or the earlier american waltham watch co.
How to identify a waltham pocket watch our pastimes. Elgin vintage pocket watch with railroad locomotive engraving. The movement is signed american waltham watch co and the serial number dates it back to 1908. Waltham pocket watches have been around for more than 150 years and are a collectors item. Waltham antique pocket watch, desired hexagonal shape case, beautiful dial, 12s 15 jewels, case is believed to be gold plated, fully serviced, keeping good time. Waltham model 1870 crescent street railroad pocket watch. About 69% of these are pocket watches, 14% are quartz watches, and 3% are wristwatches. Antique new era locomotive railroad pocket watch, silverode case, running. Grade, model 1883, hunting style mens pocket watch. Whether you are looking for a gift or pocket watches for sale on ebay, tips and advice about buying on ebay, watch winders, or just fascinating facts about pocket watch makers, like waltham, elgin, hampden, rolex, theyre all here. In 1857 the american watch company in waltham, massachusetts introduced. Shop by year of manufacture such as 19001909, 18801889, 18901899. Manufactured by hamilton, official railroad standard manufacturer.
Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches. Antique old railroad train waltham pocket watch old clocks, antique clocks, old pocket. Railroad grade pocket watches explained the vortic blog. The pocket watch guy and family understands the importance of your pocket watch whether it is an investment grade, family heirloom, railroad grade pocket watch or any fine vintage or antique pocket watch. The railroad pocket watch is a distinctive and valuable addition to anyones collection. Home watches pocket watches american pocket watches. The specific definition of railroad grade evolved quite a bit over the years. Waltham ball official rr standard sn b 263497 in its stirrup bow case is also highly recognizable as a railroad watch.
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