Antique FHF Swiss Watch Movement - 27.1mm - Working

Description:
An antique Swiss watch movement by FHF (Fabrique d’Horlogerie de Fontainemelon), currently running and retaining its original dial, hands, and crown. The exact calibre is unknown, although the movement is stamped “FHF” beneath the dial. This is an early Swiss movement with an attractive aged silvered dial and blued steel hands.

The movement winds, sets, and runs, although a service is recommended due to age. An ideal restoration project, donor movement, or collector’s piece for those interested in early Swiss wristwatch and pocket watch movements.

Maker History:
FHF (Fabrique d’Horlogerie de Fontainemelon) was one of Switzerland’s major ebauche manufacturers, founded in 1793. The company produced large quantities of reliable watch movements used by numerous Swiss watchmakers throughout the late 19th and 20th centuries.

Key Details:
• Maker: FHF (Fabrique d’Horlogerie de Fontainemelon)
• Origin: Swiss
• Date / Period: Early 20th Century
• Movement Type: Mechanical, stem wound
• Dial: Silvered dial with Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds
• Hands: Blued steel hands
• Jewelled movement
• Stamped “FHF” under dial
• Exact calibre unknown
• Original crown present

Dimensions:
• Movement Diameter: 27.1mm

Condition:
• Winds, sets, and runs
• Service recommended
• Missing subsidiary seconds hand
• General age-related wear and tarnishing throughout
• Dial heavily aged with patina and wear
• Movement appears complete overall
• Exact calibre unidentified

Summary:
A genuine early Swiss FHF watch movement with attractive aged character and a running movement. Ideal for restoration, parts, or collection, particularly for those interested in early Swiss horology.

Postage & Shipping:
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.

Important Notes About Antique & Vintage Watches & Movements:
This item is an antique/vintage movement and is being sold as a collectible item rather than a modern timekeeper. While it may currently run or partially function, no guarantee is given regarding accuracy, reliability, or longevity. The service history is unknown, and a service or repair should always be expected before regular use.