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
Hamilton 10K Gold-filled Railroad Model Pocket Watch
Made in the USA circa 1915
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This is a classic Hamilton open-face railroad pocket watch, made in Pennsylvania, USA circa 1915. Despite its age, this pocket watch is still in excellent condition* and is a historical gem! It would make it a perfect gift or collectors’ addition.
Dial:- The white enamel dial has bold Arabic numerals with outer sixty-minute divisions. The dial has steel blued hands and a subsidiary second’s dial at the six. The dial is signed Hamilton in the upper centre.
Movement:- The movement has five adjusted positions and 21 jewels (Cal 992). It has a compensated balance and regulator. The movement is signed: Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster Pa and numbered 1294788.
The movement is currently functioning well, but due to its antique nature, we cannot guarantee precise accuracy.
Case:- The watch lies in a gold-filled security screw case. The curvette is engraved Nawc (North America Watch Company), Security, 10 Karat, Gold Filled, Railroad Model, Patented. The case is numbered 7225556.
Signed:- Hamilton - Made in USA circa 1915
*Please note: To set the time of watch you need to open the front screw back case and pull out the lever at the one and turn the winder to set the correct time. This method was done specially for the guards travelling on a train for the safety of the people, so that they could keep exactly the accurate time. Never pull on the winder as this can break the watch.
History of Hamilton: Hamilton was founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and by 1912 the first series of pocket watches was being produced aimed at railroad workers to reduce the number of accidents caused by different timekeeping devices of unreliable accuracy. During the Second World War, Hamilton stopped producing watches for the general public and focused on providing the Us forces with over one million timepieces.
Are you looking to sell your pocket watch collection? Euro Antique Watches have been in business for over 35 years and are experts in antique pocket watch appraisal. We will be delighted to offer you a competitive price for your valuable collection.
measurements
Diameter:
54 mm
Weight:
102.7 g
measurements
declaration
Euro Antique Watches has clarified that the Hamilton 10k Gold-Filled Railroad Model PW (LA497462) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1915