{"product_id":"antique-swiss-pocket-watch-48mm-spares-or-repair","title":"Antique Swiss Pocket Watch - 48mm - Spares or Repair","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"87\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eAn antique Swiss key wind pocket watch featuring a white enamel Roman numeral dial and gilt mechanical movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eThis example measures approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"264\"\u003e48.6mm case diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and is housed in a base metal case with engine-turned rear cover and central cartouche. The watch winds but is \u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"410\"\u003enot currently running\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is therefore being sold for \u003cstrong data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"478\"\u003espares, repair, or restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eThe enamel dial features Roman numerals with subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock. There is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"600\"\u003ehairline crack to the dial\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eseconds hand is missing\u003c\/strong\u003e. The movement appears complete with gilt plates and blued screws, typical of mid-to-late 19th century Swiss manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eKey wound pocket watches such as this remain popular with collectors and restorers, particularly good sized examples suitable for restoration.\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e• Maker: Swiss (Unsigned)\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e• Key Wound (no key inlcuded)\u003cbr data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e• Date \/ Period: Late 19th Century\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e• Material: Base metal case, originally gold plated\u003cbr data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003e• Movement Type: Mechanical Key Wind\u003cbr data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e• Dial Type: White enamel Roman numeral dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e• Hands: Steel hands (seconds hand missing)\u003cbr data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e• Other notable features: Engine turned case back, subsidiary seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003e• Case Diameter: 48.6mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e• Winds but not running\u003cbr data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e• Balance staff appears intact\u003cbr data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e• Hairspring requires attention\u003cbr data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e• Missing seconds hand\u003cbr data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003e• Hairline crack to dial\u003cbr data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e• General dial wear and marks\u003cbr data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e• Case wear and age related marks\u003cbr data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e• Key wound (key not included)\u003cbr data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003e• Unrestored condition\u003cbr data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e• Sold as seen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003ePlease study photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eA good sized antique Swiss key wind pocket watch offered for restoration or parts. A solid 48.6mm example with attractive Roman numeral dial and traditional gilt movement, ideal for collectors or watchmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003eThis item is being sold as a vintage or antique timepiece. We have described the condition as accurately as possible at the time of listing, however no guarantee can be given regarding accuracy, reliability, or future performance. The service history is unknown and a service or repair may be required before use, or for long term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53024232341771,"sku":"1895\/4","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/0E77C26C-4094-473C-B4A4-63C22D9D6B40_1_201_a.jpg?v=1775197506","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-swiss-pocket-watch-48mm-spares-or-repair","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}