{"product_id":"antique-waltham-pocket-watch-movement-model-1883-c-1891-spares-repair-1","title":"Antique Waltham Pocket Watch Movement - Model 1883 c.1891 - Spares\/Repair","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"304\"\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 1891. This is an 18-size Model 1883 movement, complete with its original enamel dial and subsidiary seconds display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e• Maker: American Waltham Watch Company\u003cbr data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e• Model: 1883\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e• Serial Number: 4686474\u003cbr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e• Date \/ Period: c.1891\u003cbr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e• Size: 18s\u003cbr data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e• Movement Type: Mechanical pocket watch movement\u003cbr data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e• Dial: White enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds\u003cbr data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1526\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Hands: Original hands present, hour hand snapped\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e• Movement Diameter: 45.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003e• Winds correctly\u003cbr data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e• Faulty balance\u003cbr data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e• Not currently running properly\u003cbr data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e• Hour hand snapped\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e• Hairline crack to enamel dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e• General age-related marks and wear present\u003cbr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e• Sold as seen for spares or repair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2236\"\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=\"2364\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waltham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53135230599435,"sku":"1909\/20","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/902CAAA6-7048-4F61-AB60-ADE6D5A08194_1_201_a.jpg?v=1779792455","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-waltham-pocket-watch-movement-model-1883-c-1891-spares-repair-1","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}