This waltham watch has a round caseback and white marker dial. Waltham produced the 1859 model in the american watch co. How i take apart a pocket watch, waltham model 1857 youtube. The brand of the watch can also greatly impact the value. The outside of this is worn from being in someones pocket. All items sell as is, where is, no guarantees of any kind. American waltham pocket watch with key fob movt serial. We specialize in waltham watches and other fine antique pocketwatches and vintage. Perhaps to meet the needs of this market, waltham maintained a more conservative output, and it may have been that the english conservative influence led waltham watches to be perceived as a bit boring in the home us market. Search for united states watch co at waltham pocket. Unfollow waltham pocket watch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Buy waltham gold plated pocket watches and get the best deals. In the beginning of 2003, a few waltham collectors, including tom mcintyre and myself began development of the waltham database. Top wound and top set and in good working condition. The american waltham pocket watch is noted among collectors for their intrinsic beauty, high quality, unique designs, and for being made in america from 1850 to 1957 when they moved to switzerland. Get the best deal for waltham antique pocket watches from the largest online selection at.
Open the back cover of the watch with your fingernail and look for identifying names a magnifying glass or loupe may be necessary. It was an 18size, 15jewel watch which wound with a key on the back side of the watch, and set with a key from the front. How to determine value of waltham watches lovetoknow. I have a waltham pocket watch with serial number 1045. The three main manufacturers of the an5740 and an57401 were the hamilton watch co.
Model 1883 with ps bartlett movement from circa 18931894. Producing millions of timepieces over their 107year history, waltham watch company is a landmark in american timekeeping. Production of the 10 size movements ceased in 1873, but the company had manufactured enough movements, to assemble and offer them throughout the life of the american watch company. This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of walthams watches to its customers.
Waltham gold pocket watch for sale in uk view 10 ads. The gct or an 5740an 57401 pocket watches were used for navigation purposes by all the branches of the us. Each watch is inspected by our certified inhouse swiss. See more ideas about pocket watch, watches and antiques. This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of waltham s watches to its customers.
Nice heavy case, but the dial has some serious damage around 5. My fascination with modern looking albeit traditionally mechanical. Always input the serial number from the pocket watch movement the mechanism of the watch. It is a ladies 0 size 11jewel gold filled multicolor gold hunting case watch. It should have given waltham an immediate and early edge over the competition.
Waltham international sa continues to produce mechanical wrist watches and mechanical pocket watches under the waltham brand and is a fullfledged member of the federation of the swiss watch industry fh. Get the best deals on waltham open face antique pocket watches with 21 jewels when you shop the largest online. This identifies the watch as being made by the american waltham watch co. In 1849 aaron lufkin dennison, edward howard and david davis formed a company with a plan to. Bishops waltham is a vibrant and historic market town set in the glorious hampshire countryside. What materials are waltham pocket watches made out of. The serial number is 22,100,565 so from 19181919 im guessing. Unless a pocket watch is very rare small differences can make a big difference in price. Visit your local star market pharmacy at 1070 lexington st in waltham, ma for blood pressure.
Waltham watches can also bought and sold on online auction sites such as ebay. The serial number 3097487 allows you to date this watch. The waltham watch company contributed greatly to the world of antique pocket watches with their precision engineering and fine craftsmanship. Mechanical hand winding 25 years 14ct heavy gold filled. Waltham watch company was a watch manufacturer founded in 1850 in waltham, mass. We offer free flu shots with most insurance no copayment unless required by your plan. 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. Vintage 16s waltham pocket watch grade 645 railroad. Waltham 15 jewels antique pocket watches with roman numerals. At the time, it was listed as being fully serviced and regulated. Antiques atlas antique waltham full hunter pocket watch. Nice heavy case, but the dial has some serious damage. Offered in catawikis watch auction exclusive pocket watches. The right to download and store or output pages and pictures from this web.
What is the value of 1973 waltham pocket watch serial number 10712162 or 85632. Waltham mechanical keywinding antique pocket watches for. How to value your waltham pocket watch flux magazine. In 1885, the company became the american waltham watch company. I disassemble a pocket watch for cleaning and oiling. Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches. American waltham watch company production dates by serial. Waltham pocket watch serial numbers use this table to look up your waltham pocket watch serial number of and hence the year of manufacture. Over the years, weve discovered that our customers have some common questions about their vintage and antique watches.
Pocket watch database has a searchable database you can use. American waltham watch company production dates by serial number table. You can find many waltham pocket watches for sale on ebay. There is a ready market for waltham watches and many antique and vintage watch dealers are happy to deal with these collectible watches. In this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage railroadgrade waltham or the earlier american waltham watch co.
In the year 1885 the name changed to the american waltham watch company. It was renamed the american waltham watch company in 1885 and retained this name until 1906. High jewel examples are fervently sought by pocket watch collectors. What i have found so far on wwco type watches that they were usually where 15 jewel and mine has 17. The scalloped edge case is in very good condition and the movement seems to run fine. Gold filled waltham antique full hunter pocket watch gr seaside 6s 7 jewel. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
Howard used what was left of the waltham mechanics, including the parts and movements of the watches. When i received the watch, it ran very strong with the balance. This will only work on round pocket watch movements. Get the best deals on waltham mechanical keywinding antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online selection at. The waltham pocket watch is equally celebrated and is part of the companys history from its very beginning. Waltham silver antique pocket watches for sale ebay. Your outofpocket purchases at the star market pharmacy counter on prescriptions and any.
It was the first successful company in america to manufacture watches in mass production using machinery to. Star market pharmacy at 1070 lexington st waltham, ma. The waltham watch company went out of business in 1957, but had founded a subsidiary in switzerland in 1954, waltham international sa. In 1906 the company was renamed the waltham watch company. We use this knowledge to support development of innovative products and services, advancing science to deliver our purpose. Pocket watch size chart esslinger watchmaker supplies blog. It should have given waltham an immediate and early edge. Sep 16, 20 the british were by nature very conservative, but the uk was a major market for waltham. When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case. Waltham open face antique pocket watches with 21 jewels for. The movement is signed a m watch co, waltham, mass, bond st and it has the serial number 20212642 which dates it back to 1915. The dial is enamelled waltham usa and the rear of the case is hand engraved s. We are one of the largest sites for antique, collectable, and vintage pocket watches, pocket watch, pocketwatch, wrist watches, wristwatch, wrist watch, fobs, chains and watch repair.
The waltham petcare science institute is mars petcares pet research centre. Watertown watch and clock is a family run business in operation since 1993. Waltham yellow gold pocket watch retailed by bailey. Our work focuses on the nutritional and behavioural needs of pets, as well as on preventive health. The pocket watch database has compiled data covering the major american pocket watch manufacturers and created an easy way to find information using the serial number on the watch movement. A pocket watch or pocketwatch is a watch that is made to be carried in a pocket, as opposed. If you are new to collecting pocket watches my best advice is to take your time, even buying from me. Grade, model 1883, hunting style mens pocket watch. Certified preowned vintage waltham pocket watch watch. Am watch co waltham pocket december 7, 2016 by anisa leave a comment antique silver waltham pocket watch 1864 american watch co pocket antique silver waltham pocket watch vine american waltham watch co size waltham 14k gold model 88 19 jewel. Buying or selling a waltham watch is relatively straight forward. In 1857 the american watch company in waltham, massachusetts introduced the. The waltham watch company, also known as the american waltham watch co. We also sell and service modern wristwatches and clocks.
We buy, sell and repair antique pocket watches, vintage wristwatches, and. Waltham pocket watches are popular with antique collectors and retailers who specialize in watches. Waltham movement with roman numerals and a second hand. Looking online i do not see much on this type of watch. When charles rice gave xxxxx xxxxx the seed money, howard pocket watch co. It is gray and sons certified authentic and comes backed by our 6month warranty. Am watch co waltham pocket watch image of blouse and pocket. Waltham watch company was the first watchmaker to massproduce watch movements on an assembly line. See todays waltham pocket watches for sale, best offer and auction. The watch has a stemwinding movement which is working well. Shop forand learn aboutantique waltham pocket watches. Season 22 episode 24 36s check out gordon converses appraisal of a 1889 waltham pocket watch, in vintage oklahoma city. The firm was known as the american watch company from 1859 to 1885. Antique am watch co waltham mass earl pocket watch moon.
I have a american waltham watch co pocket watch that i think is pretty rare. The case is decorated with floral and flourish accents. Remember, the serial number being referred to is the serial number on the movement i. By 1860 the country was in civil war, and the company was in trouble again. American pocket watches message board, 19oct11, 11. A stunning open face waltham pocket watch with slender roman numerals. What is the value of 1973 waltham pocket watch serial. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton. Aug 10, 2018 measure the diameter of the movement with a digital gauge. American waltham watch company waltham watch company waltham, massachusetts. My name is chris carey, i am the watchmaker, and my wife christine is the ceo.
We buy, sell and repair antique pocket watches, vintage wristwatches, and antique clocks. Waltham pocket watches for sale in uk view 56 bargains. Waltham 14k yellow gold pocket watch octogan shaped case. Here are a few tips to find information about your pocket watch. Get the best deals on waltham silver antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online selection. In a coin silver hunting case numbered 72506, by the a. On these pages, weve provided short howto articles in an attempt to answer a few of the most common questions and help you to learn more about the proper care and handling of your vintage pocket watch. I am trying to sell a waltham wwco 17 jewel pocket watch. Jan 11, 2012 in the meantime, xxxxx xxxxx, xxxxxons partner in the waltham watch co. This returns any information available about a specific watch serial number.
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