J. Barker
Antique Fusee Pocket Watch Movement - J Barker Easingwould - Spares/Repair
Antique Fusee Pocket Watch Movement - J Barker Easingwould - Spares/Repair
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Description:
An antique fusee pocket watch movement by J. Barker of Easingwould, offered for spares or repair. This is a traditional English fusee movement, identifiable by its chain-driven mechanism, though the fusee chain is unfortunately missing. The movement features a finely engraved balance cock and verge escapement, typical of early 19th-century watchmaking. The accompanying dial is present but detached and shows visible damage. A good candidate for restoration, parts, or study.
Maker History:
J. Barker of Easingwould (likely Easingwold, Yorkshire) was a provincial English watchmaker working during the late 18th to early 19th century. Watchmakers from smaller towns often produced high-quality, hand-finished fusee movements, many of which were individually made and engraved.
Key Details:
• Maker: J. Barker
• Location: Easingwould (Easingwold)
• Serial Number: 3202
• Date / Period: Early 19th Century
• Movement Type: Key wound fusee movement
• Escapement: Verge escapement
• Dial: White enamel with Arabic numerals
• Other: Decorative engraved balance cock
Dimensions:
• Movement Diameter: 43.4mm
Condition:
• Not working
• Fusee chain missing
• Dial loose and detached
• Missing dial pins
• Missing hands
• Damage/chip to enamel dial (visible at edge)
• No key included
• Balance appears intact but untested
• General age-related wear, marks, and tarnishing throughout
Summary:
A genuine early 19th-century English fusee pocket watch movement by a named provincial maker. Although incomplete, it retains good decorative and historical interest, making it ideal for restoration, display, or as a source of period parts.
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.
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