We have seen a vast rise in the demand for Antique Pocket Watches here at LoveAntiques.com in recent months, which could be down to the popularity of recent period dramas such as Peaky Blinders and Downton Abbey or simply because they make for timeless gifts. Whatever the reason is for this surge in sales, we're sure you'll have your own reason for loving Antique Pocket Watches.
Our Dealer of The Month has a deep-rooted love for Antique Pocket Watches that stems from a rather endearing childhood memory. Leslie Licht, the founder of Euro Antique Watches, recalls a fond memory from his childhood where he was sat holding a beautiful Silver IWC Schaffhausen Pocket Watch belonging to his Grandfather, and became transfixed watching the second hand travel steadily around the face of the watch. He had a very close bond with his Grandfather, and when he sadly passed away years later, Leslie inherited this Pocket Watch, so of course, the watch serves as a memory of his dear Grandfather.
From then on, Leslie started collecting Pocket Watches and in 1985 this hobby became a business and he established Euro Antique Watches. He started trading at Antiques Fairs, meeting customers and making business contacts, which brought him much enjoyment and great satisfaction, especially when seeing the delight in his customers faces when they purchased one of his Pocket Watches.
With times changing and on-line services growing, Leslie made the decision in more recent years to solely trade online, selling mostly Antique Pocket Watches and the occasional clock or pocket watch fob and chain. He takes pleasure in listing new items on LoveAntiques.com and when asked what he enjoys most about the products he sells, he advised us that he mostly enjoys the high-quality technical movements, and is fascinated by the craftsmanship that goes in to these 'true pieces of art'
When it comes to customer service, Leslie says, "My motto is: The client is king! I always offer my best service, and as a result I have received a large amount of very positive feedback regarding both service and packaging over the years. Buying at Euro Antique Watches is guaranteed to be a great experience"
So whether you're looking for a gift or simply wanting to add to your own collection, make sure you take a look at the superb array of stock on offer from Euro Antique Watches.
Check out our website: www.euroantiquewatches.com
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Description
American Illinois Steel Railway
Bunn Special Pocket Watch - USA 1923
This is an American Illinois steel railway open-face pocket watch, made in the USA in 1923. This watch has just come back from my watchmaker and is in great working condition - it would make a perfect collector’s addition!
Dial: The white enamel dial has thick black Arabic numerals with outer minute divisions. The dial has blued hands and a subsidiary second’s dial at the six. The dial is signed in the upper centre: “Illinois”.
Movement: The anchor lever movement has 21 jewels with a swan regulator. The movement is signed: “Bunn Special, Illinois Watch Co, Springfield, 21 Jewels, Adjusted Temp and Six Positions” and numbered 4640794. As this pocket watch has a very high calibre movement and is fully screwed, a watchmaker can make this pocket watch work with full accuracy!
Case: The watch lies in a steel open-face case with a screw case front and a smooth finish back. The inner side of the case is signed: “Bunn Special Model 14K Gold-filled Wadsworth Quality Pat’s Pend’g” and numbered 7206133.
Diameter: 52mm - Weight: 98.1g
Signed: Illinois - Made in USA - 1923
Please note: to set the time of the watch you need to open the front screw back case, pull out the lever at the one/two and turn the winder to set the correct time. This method used by the guards travelling on a train so that they could keep the exact time for the safety of the people travelling. Never pull on the winder as this can break the watch.
For price enquiries, feel free to email me. Payment can be made through PayPal or Bank Transfer.
As always, all my shipping items are sent out by Royal Mail - Signed For and Registered, with tracking available.
For more antique watches, visit my website www.euroantiquewatches.com.
Are you looking to sell your pocket watch collection? Euro Antique Watches has been in business for over 38 years and is an expert in antique pocket watch appraisal. We will be delighted to offer you a competitive price for your valuable collection. Please email leslie2626@gmail.com for more information.
measurements
Diameter:
52 mm
Weight:
98.1 g
measurements
declaration
Euro Antique Watches has clarified that the American Steel Railway Pocket Watch - Usa 1923 (LA511814) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1923
declaration
condition
condition
Just been serviced by my watchmaker and is in great condition. See pictures.