{"product_id":"antique-waltham-pocket-watch-movement-model-1877-c-1881-spares-repair","title":"Antique Waltham Pocket Watch Movement - Model 1877 c.1881 - Spares\/Repair","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eAn original antique American Waltham Watch Company pocket watch movement dating to approximately 1881. This is an 18-size Model 1877 movement, complete with its original enamel dial and subsidiary seconds register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eThe movement is signed “Waltham, Mass.” and carries serial number 1545417. The enamel dial features black Roman numerals with a subsidiary seconds dial. The movement retains its original engraved regulator marked “F \/ S” and “Pat. Pinion.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eThe movement is currently sold as spares or repair due to a mainspring fault. The balance appears visually good. The dial is noted as being in good condition overall, although the hands are incomplete\/damaged, with only one damaged hand remaining fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eAn honest early Waltham movement suitable for restoration, display, or use as donor parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eThe American Waltham Watch Company was one of the most important watch manufacturers of the 19th century and a pioneer in mass-produced precision watchmaking. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company became internationally respected for producing reliable and accurate timepieces. Early Waltham movements such as the Model 1877 are highly collectable today and represent an important period in American horological history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e• Maker: American Waltham Watch Company\u003cbr data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e• Model: 1877\u003cbr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e• Serial Number: 1545417\u003cbr data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e• Date \/ Period: c.1881\u003cbr data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003e• Size: 18s\u003cbr data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e• Movement Type: Mechanical pocket watch movement\u003cbr data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e• Dial: White enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds\u003cbr data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e• Hands: Incomplete \/ damaged\u003cbr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e• Features: Engraved regulator, patent pinion, gilt movement finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e• Movement Diameter: 45.7mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e• Mainspring fault\u003cbr data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e• Balance appears visually good\u003cbr data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e• Not currently running correctly\u003cbr data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e• Hands missing\/damaged\u003cbr data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003e• Dial in generally good condition\u003cbr data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e• General age-related wear and marks present\u003cbr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e• Sold as seen for spares or repair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eA genuine early American Waltham pocket watch movement dating to around 1881. Featuring an attractive enamel dial and classic gilt finish, this Model 1877 movement would make an interesting restoration project, display piece, or donor movement for antique Waltham parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003ePlease note that this is an antique mechanical watch movement being sold for spares or repair. The movement has a mainspring fault and may have additional faults not noted above. The service history is unknown, and servicing or repair will almost certainly be required before use. This item is sold as a vintage collectible rather than a modern timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waltham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53135237808395,"sku":"1909\/19","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/A07F3B9B-C778-4758-89D7-72521641E24D_1_201_a.jpg?v=1779792630","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-waltham-pocket-watch-movement-model-1877-c-1881-spares-repair","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}