Waltham pocket download with train engraved on back

Every waltham watch produced since 1852 was engraved with a. How to identify a waltham pocket watch our pastimes. Antique 18s engraved coin silver hunting case 17j waltham pocket watch ca 1902. The waltham watch company, also known as the american waltham watch co. About 69% of these are pocket watches, 14% are quartz watches, and 3% are wristwatches. Their vision was to form a watch company that could produce highquality watches at a lower cost using interchangeable parts. Due to the fact that i own a lot of waltham pocket watches i. These watches had the words canadian railway time service engraved on the back plates. The serial number will pinpoint the year of manufacture but not the exact date.

Well, theres usually not much i can tell people without actually seeing the watch, but if someone knows the watchs serial. Pocket watch information custom engraved swiss pocket. Vintage pocket watch molnija steam engine train working mechanical. Wanting to get some information on a waltham pocket watch with a train engraved on the other side. Waltham pocket watch antique pocket watch gold plated pocket watch. This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of walthams watches to its customers. The movement number is 15340548, movement diameter is about 36. Outer edge on the back the number engraved is 8004 and on the inner edge of the movement is the number 11045567. Wanting to get some information on a waltham pocket watch. American waltham watch company waltham watch company waltham, massachusetts. On the inside of back cover of the case it says waltham watch co, swiss made, base metal case, b 345 z, 6431. Each timepiece has been engraved with a serial number since 1852, starting with number 50.

The american waltham watch company had its beginnings in 1850 in roxbury, massachusetts. Engraved initials, especially on the back cover can affect the price. Antique waltham pocket watch repair, mechanical waltham. Get the best deal for waltham antique pocket watches from the largest. In the beginning of 2003, a few waltham collectors, including tom mcintyre and myself began development of the waltham database. Oftentimes featuring a roman numeral face, these watches are timeless and often will appreciate in value. Sturdy silverode screw type case with an elk engraved on the case back. For sale on 1stdibs this wonderful pocket watch from circa 1904.

Determining the date of your waltham pocket watch involves opening the back cover. Organized by three associates in the mid19th century, the waltham watch company experienced a cloaked early history, as its founders did not want their design innovations to. Open the back cover of the watch with your fingernail and look for identifying names a magnifying glass or loupe may be necessary. This 18 size, 17 jewel, model 1883, coin silver, waltham pocket watch has an approximate 55. New era usa 18s open face pocket watch with train engraved on back of case. The inside of the back is printed illinois watch case co.

Waltham movement with roman numerals and a second hand. Waltham ps bartlett pocket watch, full hunter engraved coin silver case, 17j. The waltham watch company, also known as the american watch company, made over 40 million watches, clocks and other precision implements between the years of 1850 and 1957. Waltham pocket watches are perhaps the easiest timepieces to date. The companys historic 19thcentury manufacturing facilities in waltham, massachusetts have been preserved as. In 1857 the american watch company in waltham, massachusetts. Solid silver a w co waltham mass pocket watch 1891.

The fully stamped case is in excellent condition and engraved to the back is the issue marks and numbered 1558. The fully signed waltham movement is working well keeping time. Beautiful stem train engraved silver cased pocket watch. The most common train pocket watch material is metal. Waltham yellow gold pocket watch retailed by bailey. I received it from my uncle who said that it belonged to my great uncle or my grandfather who worked for the railroad in the ohio area during the 1940s. Get the best deals on train pocket watch when you shop the largest online selection at. New listing rare 1904 waltham royal 17 jewel 12 size solid 14k gold pocket watch no reserve.

How to value your waltham pocket watch flux magazine. The back of the case is decorated with an etched train locomotive. Waltham international sa continues to produce mechanical wrist watches and mechanical pocket watches under the waltham brand and is a fullfledged member of the federation of the swiss watch industry fh. Antique waltham pocket watch 14k gold engraved textured dial. The american waltham watch company can trace its roots to 1849. Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches in this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage railroadgrade waltham or the earlier american waltham watch co. Waltham continued to manufacture watches until 1957. Every watch movement that waltham produced was engraved with an individual serial number. Waltham antique pocket watches are a must for any collector. The watches are highly collectible and people often want to know waltham watches values. No quartz watch in existence can match the beauty or worthiness of my 128 year old 16s, of, model 5, grade 107, class 29, 15j, 1891 elgin pocket. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of waltham s watches to its customers.

Remember, the serial number being referred to is the serial number on the movement i. Unfollow waltham railroad pocket watch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The waltham watch company went out of business in 1957, but had founded a subsidiary in switzerland in 1954, waltham international sa. They initially outfitted space for design and manufacturing in howards clock factory in roxbury, massachusetts, a community. With it, well be able to tell you how old this watch is. Personalized pocket watch, gift for him, wooden vintage pocket watch, pocket watch. Shop the 163 results for train pocket watch and support etsys oneofakind creative community. Dec 15, 2014 wanting to get some information on a waltham pocket watch with a train engraved on the other side. A pocket watch or pocketwatch is a watch that is made to be carried in a pocket, as opposed. Vintage waltham pocket watch train collectors weekly. Inside of the case says waltham watch co france hp40. I have a waltham, open face, sidewinder pocket watch. Somewhere between the classic pocket watches of the 1800s and those made today, you can find design characteristics that harken back to the era of the elegant old antique railroad pocket watches.

Waltham pocket watches for sale in uk view 60 bargains. Most waltham pocket watches have some value, even if its only for scrap. Vintage antigue train case waltham swiss pocket watch 16s. How to determine value of waltham watches lovetoknow. For sale waltham pocket watches ive recently moved house and clearing out some items that are no longer. Rare government railway melbourne australia issue railway. There is a picture of a train engraved on the back of the case. Waltham gold 18 size model 83 special railroad king pocket watch case. One side of the case is hand engraved with a circus like view of a sail boat at sea with filigree, guilloche and a curtain detail. Its a train watch because theres a fast moving train on the back. Watch this video on youtube the pocket watch guy the finest antique pocket watches call jeff. Waltham serial number lists indicate that between 1897 and 1919 4570 of these cpr walthams were produced for the railway. It has a train on the case as well as the face of the dial. See todays waltham pocket watches for sale, best offer and auction.

Hi, my stepdad left me a watch that belonged to his father. If you are new to collecting pocket watches my best advice is to take your time, even buying from me. Vintage waltham 17 jewel pocket watch railroad train engraved back swiss made. The serial number 3097487 allows you to date this watch. It is still in working order with a small crack on the crystal. Waltham watch company was the first watchmaker to massproduce watch movements on an assembly line. Style pocketwatch for repurposed jewelry or art nonworking ornate back. Waltham antique pocket watches for sale shop with afterpay. It should have given waltham an immediate and early edge. Be aware if you are purchasing a railroad grade watch that some will be. The watch was wound and also set by opening the back and fitting a key to a. Antique waltham pocket watch 14k gold engraved textured dial, price. New listing antique 14k solid gold diamond waltham pocket watch 10. The case is decorated with floral and flourish accents.

These watches are known for their brand, style, class, and value, and did you know that they can be purchased for discount prices on ebay. The waltham pocket watch is equally celebrated and is part of the companys history from its very beginning. Organized by three associates in the mid19th century, the waltham watch company experienced a cloaked early history, as its founders did not want their design innovations to leak to the public. Jul 08, 2014 no quartz watch in existence can match the beauty or worthiness of my 128 year old 16s, of, model 5, grade 107, class 29, 15j, 1891 elgin pocket watch movement in a 14k solid gold engraved.

Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about train pocket watch. Railroad grade vintage mens waltham pocket watches. Printable wall art, vintage map old americas instant download. With financial backing from samuel curtis, of smallarms. It should have given waltham an immediate and early edge over the competition. Vintage 18 jewels marathon pocket watch train on back gibsonsvintageshop. Unfollow antique waltham pocket watch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Another variant commissioned by cp from waltham was the canadian railway time service watch, again, mostly 1883 and 1892 models. Discover fantastic waltham pocket watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches large selection secure purchases. These railroadgrade pocket watches, as they became colloquially known, had. Well, theres usually not much i can tell people without actually seeing the watch, but if someone knows the watchs serial number i can usually at. Flying scotsman personalised pocket watch custom engraved steam engine train railway locomotive gifts luxury metal case gift set trains. This identifies the watch as being made by the american waltham watch co.

See more ideas about old pocket watches, watches and pocket watch. Pocket watch information custom engraved swiss pocket watches. The companys historic 19thcentury manufacturing facilities in waltham, massachusetts have been preserved as the american waltham watch company. In 1849 aaron lufkin dennison, edward howard and david davis formed a company with a plan to use machinery to manufacture watch movement parts so precisely that they would become fully interchangeable. New listing beautiful waltham 18s pocket watch sterling silver engraved case serviced. Waltham 17 jewel pocket watch railroad train engraved back. The rights to the name waltham watch company were sold to various companies who continued to sell imported watches using the waltham name. Vitg antique 1883 train on back 18s 15j gr 820 waltham pocket watch qyd5. Antique american waltham pocket watch with train on back. If you can open up the second rear dustcover, there is a serialnumber engraved on the watchmovement all waltham pocket watches have a serial number, so dont tell us its not there. While the values of waltham pocket watches vary immensely, these watches are sought after by many collectors.

Waltham mechanical handwinding antique pocket watches for. A wide variety of pocket watch with train options are available to you, such as style, case material, and movement. This watch has two dustcovers over the back, and a huntingcase lid over the front. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Waltham mechanical handwinding antique pocket watches. This is a waltham 10k goldfilled pocket watch in working order. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The company was founded by david davis, aaron dennison, and edward howard.

Waltham watches all prices for waltham watches on chrono24. Pocket watch identification and value guide the spruce crafts. Solid silver waltham pocket watch circa 1900 in the strong case shows some signs of wear here and there. They had the then revolutionary idea of producing large quantities of waltham pocket watches by using machinery set up to mass produce parts in order to make watches more easily affordable than they. That number can be used to estimate the date of production. See more ideas about watches, pocket watch and antiques. The dial has a picture of a train and says waltham on top and shock resistant underneath.