Antique Silver Cased Fusee Pocket Watch - London 1876 - Working

Antique Silver Cased Fusee Pocket Watch – London 1876 – Working – Key Wound

Description: For sale is a working antique silver cased fusee pocket watch, hallmarked from London, 1876, and likely made by Joseph Walton or John Williams. This beautiful timepiece features a key-wound fusee movement that winds and ticks along nicely. It was tested over a 12-hour period and runs slightly slow, so a service is recommended if you plan on using it regularly.

Key Details:

• Movement: Key-wound fusee movement marked “E Hanby” and “Bradford” with serial number 23314.
• Case: Hallmarked London 1876 with maker’s mark JW (likely Joseph Walton or John Williams). The case is marked with the same serial number 23314 as the movement, ensuring authenticity.
• Condition:
• Movement: The watch runs, but it is a few minutes slow over 12 hours. Service history is unknown, so servicing is recommended for regular use.
• Case: In good condition with typical wear for its age. However, the bow is missing, and there is evidence of a previous attempt to solder one in place, which has damaged the spring clip mechanism. Hinges are in good working order.
• Dial: The face has a hairline crack running from 3:30 to just below the center. The hands are in good condition but likely not original.
• Crystal: The crystal has surface scratches and a small chip on the edge. It is slightly loose in the case and falls out when the case is opened but stays in place during normal handling.

This antique pocket watch is a wonderful example of 19th-century craftsmanship and would be ideal for collectors or enthusiasts who appreciate vintage timepieces. Given its age, it shows some wear and tear but remains an elegant and charming piece of history.

Dimensions:

• Case diameter: 51.3mm
• Face diameter: 44.6mm
• Overall thickness: 18.8mm

Condition Summary:

• Movement: Working but runs a little slow.
• Case: Good antique condition, but the bow is missing and the spring clip mechanism is damaged.
• Face: Hairline crack present; hands are in good condition but likely replacements.
• Crystal: Minor scratches and a chip, slightly loose but functional during handling.

No key included.

Shipping: This item will be carefully packaged for safe delivery, and tracking will be provided. International shipping is available, please contact us for a shipping estimate.