{"product_id":"silver-fusee-pocket-watch-by-thomas-russell-son-chester-1892","title":"Silver Fusee Pocket Watch by Thomas Russell \u0026 Son, Chester 1892","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA distinguished late Victorian sterling silver fusee pocket watch, crafted by Thomas Russell \u0026amp; Son of Liverpool and dated Chester 1892. Housed in a classic engine-turned and engraved silver case, this substantial timepiece features a white enamel Roman dial, subsidiary seconds, and blued steel hands. The movement is a fine gilt English fusee, beautifully signed and fully numbered, complete with an old winding key and elegantly presented in a Bowles Ltd. gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaker History\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThomas Russell \u0026amp; Son were respected Liverpool watchmakers, renowned in the 19th century for their fine English fusee watches. Their works are often marked with the distinction \"Makers to the Queen.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish key-wound fusee movement, gilt finished and finely engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterling silver case with Chester hallmarks for 1892 and maker's mark 'TR'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite enamel dial with Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds, and blued steel hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase back engine-turned and engraved with shield design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial signed 'THOS. RUSSELL \u0026amp; SON, 85392', movement further inscribed 'Makers to the Queen'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinding key included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCase diameter: approx. 52.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent working condition for age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement winds and runs well at the time of listing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial and hands remain in good order, minimal marks only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase and covers close cleanly – light typical wear and surface scratches expected for period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA highly presentable example of a late Victorian English fusee pocket watch, directly datable to 1892 and of desirable large size. A classic addition to any serious pocket watch collection, suitable for both connoisseur and distinguished gift-giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique mechanical watch. Running at the time of listing although, as with all vintage watches, a service is recommended. Long-term accuracy and reliability cannot be guaranteed. Please wind key-wound watches gently and avoid over-winding. No water resistance should be assumed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas Russell \u0026 Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53440760709387,"sku":"BL-000163","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/8C50E933-E0DB-4556-AF69-75ED662E46AA_1_201_a.jpg?v=1791729290","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/silver-fusee-pocket-watch-by-thomas-russell-son-chester-1892","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}