Antique Waltham Pocket Watch Movement - Model 1883 c.1891 - Spares/Repair

Description:
An original antique American Waltham Watch Company pocket watch movement dating to approximately 1891. This is an 18-size Model 1883 movement, complete with its original enamel dial and subsidiary seconds display.

The movement is signed “Waltham, Mass.” and carries serial number 4686474. The dial is marked “A.W.W.Co. Waltham Mass.” with black Roman numerals and a seconds sub dial. The movement retains its decorative engraved regulator assembly and safety pinion.

The movement winds correctly, however the balance is faulty and the watch is not currently running. The hour hand has snapped, and the enamel dial has a visible hairline crack. A good honest restoration project or useful donor movement for parts.

Maker History:
The American Waltham Watch Company was one of the pioneers of industrialised watchmaking and among the most respected American watch manufacturers of the 19th century. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company produced millions of precision pocket watches and movements that became known worldwide for their reliability and quality. Early Model 1883 movements remain popular with collectors and restorers today.

Key Details:
• Maker: American Waltham Watch Company
• Model: 1883
• Serial Number: 4686474
• Date / Period: c.1891
• Size: 18s
• Movement Type: Mechanical pocket watch movement
• Dial: White enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds
• Hands: Original hands present, hour hand snapped

Dimensions:
• Movement Diameter: 45.8mm

Condition:
• Winds correctly
• Faulty balance
• Not currently running properly
• Hour hand snapped
• Hairline crack to enamel dial
• General age-related marks and wear present
• Sold as seen for spares or repair

Summary:
A genuine late 19th century Waltham pocket watch movement dating to around 1891. Featuring an attractive enamel dial and engraved regulator, this movement would make an interesting restoration project, display piece, or donor for original antique Waltham parts.

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:
Please note that this is an antique mechanical watch movement being sold for spares or repair. Although the movement winds, it has a faulty balance 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.