{"product_id":"vintage-le-cheminant-pocket-watch-15-jewel-swiss-ut-6497-movement-working","title":"Vintage Le Cheminant Pocket Watch – 15 Jewel Swiss UT 6497 – Working","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eA handsome vintage Le Cheminant pocket watch fitted with a Swiss-made Unitas (UT) 6497 movement with 15 jewels and Incabloc shock protection. This classic open-face pocket watch features an attractive cream dial with stylised Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial, and red 24-hour outer track. The watch is currently running and presents very well overall, making it an appealing vintage timepiece for collectors, display, or use. Supplied in a Bowles Ltd gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eLe Cheminant was a British watch retailer and importer known for supplying quality Swiss-made watches during the mid-20th century. The brand became associated with reliable Swiss movements housed in classic British-style cases, often featuring Incabloc shock protection and practical everyday designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e• Maker: Le Cheminant\u003cbr data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e• Movement: Swiss Unitas UT 6497\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e• Jewels: 15 Jewels\u003cbr data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e• Shock Protection: Incabloc\u003cbr data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e• Dial: Cream dial with subsidiary seconds\u003cbr data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e• Numerals: Stylised Arabic numerals with red 24-hour markers\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e• Hands: Blued steel-style hands\u003cbr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e• Case Style: Open face pocket watch\u003cbr data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e• Crystal: Clear acrylic crystal\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e• Supplied in Bowles Ltd gift box\u003cbr data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e• Working order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e• Case Diameter: 48.1mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e• Thickness: 13mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e• Running and functioning correctly\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e• Swiss Unitas UT 6497 movement in good working order\u003cbr data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e• Dial in very good condition overall\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e• Crystal clean and clear\u003cbr data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e• Case in very good condition with light surface marks and age-related wear\u003cbr data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e• Minor scratches and handling marks consistent with age and use\u003cbr data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eA very attractive and clean vintage Le Cheminant pocket watch powered by the highly regarded Swiss Unitas UT 6497 movement. With its classic styling, large easy-to-read dial, and reliable Swiss movement, this is an excellent vintage pocket watch for collectors, display, or use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2116\"\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=\"2244\" data-end=\"2628\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eImportant Notes About Antique \u0026amp; Vintage Watches \u0026amp; Movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003ePlease note that this is a vintage mechanical pocket watch. While it is currently running, no guarantee can be given regarding long-term accuracy or reliability. Service history is unknown, and a service is always recommended for regular use. This item is sold as a vintage collectible rather than a modern timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Cheminant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53127407272203,"sku":"1926","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/4A9A71C8-8DCC-469D-873B-5032CB198576_1_201_a.jpg?v=1779291436","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/vintage-le-cheminant-pocket-watch-15-jewel-swiss-ut-6497-movement-working","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}