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Illinois Railroad Bunn Special Pocket Watch Size 16
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Illinois pocket watch, 21 jewels, Bunn Special, open face, gold-filled case.
Lever time set. Model
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Vintage 1920s Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Illinois Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Rare Hammered Case and Red Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
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LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is one of the most unusual Illinois pocket watches I have ever seen. The
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Illinois Watch Company Display Back Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
This sweet antique Illinois Watch Co. private label for Burlington Brass Pocket Watch, circa 1919
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
Brass
Illinois Watch Co. Currier Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Illinois Watch Co. Currier Gold Filled Pocket Watch - Manual winding; Key wind, Key set. Gold filed
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Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Illinois Silver Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1893 with Pocket Watch Chain
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Watch was produced by the legendary American house, the Illinois Watch Company. The case is hand
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
Illinois Watch Co. Grade 525 14 Karat Gold Open Face Pocket Watch 17 Jewel
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watch w/ Discolored Dial
14KT White Gold Case w
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Illinois Two Tone Gold Filled Art Deco Opened Faced Pocket Watch from 1922
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced / Multi Colored Applique
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
14k Yellow Gold Illinois Open Face Hand Engraved Pocket Watch with White Dial
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely beautiful pocket watch. Made by Illinois 1900s. Heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. In
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20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 0.48 in
Rockford Watch Co. Gold Filled Case Rare Anti Magnetic Case and Dial, circa 1870
By Rockford Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This is one of the rarest American pocket watches I
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Antique 1870s American Civil War Pocket Watches
Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1905 gold plated Elgin pocket watch that's 49mm in diameter and 14mm thick. The case is in
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago, Illinois. In
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Plated Pocket Watch, 53mm, 1886 Year, Hunting, Serviced/Warranty
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Gold-plated Elgin National Watch Co. 53mm pocket watch, white face, black Roman numerals that has
Category
Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Massive Full Hunter Yellow Gold Keywind Fusee Railway Timepiece Pocket Watch
Located in London, GB
engraved with flowers. The inner case has a presentation engraving to James C Robinson Springfield Illinois
Category
Antique 18th Century British Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago, Illinois
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Hand Engraved Pocket Watch from 1918
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Open Face Pocket Watch
METAL
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
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The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Pocket Watch Silverode Railroad Heavy Working 7 Jewel Year 1921, 59mm Case
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Elgin 1921 railroad pocket watch with a 59mm case made of silverode and is 20mm thick. Heavy watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
D 0.79 in Dm 2.33 in
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This watch is supplied with a vintage pocket watch
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1900 with Kiln Fired Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
excellent original condition. We seldom see watches this old in such fine condition. This watch comes
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Elgin 52mm 1906 Pocket Watch, 17 Jewel Serviced 90-Day Warranty, Serial 12195791
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
This 1906 53mm Elgin pocket watch with a white face is a stunning timepiece crafted with precision
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Antique Early 1900s North American Modern Pocket Watches
Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
durability.
The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category
Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches
1930s Illinois Guardian, 17J, Rotating Disc, Art Deco! restored
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to my Vintage Watch Neighborhood. Where old watches are carefully nurtured back to health
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
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H 0.52 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
1914 Waltham “Swing Lug” WW1…….Trench Watch, Rare Design.
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
manufacturers already made smaller pocket watch movements, often sold as ladies pocket watches, Elgin, Waltham
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic American pocket watch has a flawless original kiln fired enamel dial. The
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Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches
1904 Solid Gold Waltham Trench / WW1 , Rare 17J Riverside Movement
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
watches in the UK American watch manufacturers could not sell finished / assembled watches. There were
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
1919 Waltham "Wandering Second" 15 Jewels with Stunning Movement
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
came from women pocket watches because the wrist watch as we know was just being discovered. It is not
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago, Illinois. In September of
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
1915 Waltham WW1 Trench Watch, Rare 16 Jewel Movement. Stunning
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches.
I have an active
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1918 Elgin Rare 6 Size 15J Trench Watch 100+ Years Young!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
find 6 size wrist watches from the WW1 / Trench watch era.
A genuine Bold Military dial that has
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Other
Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band 1940s and Box
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
American House of Elgin, from Elgin Illinois. Elgin was one of America's famous watch companies. Their
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago, Illinois. In
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1919 Elgin Hermetic Trench Watch. Bold Red 12, with a “Solid Nickel Case"
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
young
By definition, What is a “Trench Watch”
What are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created
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Vintage 1910s American Anglo-Indian Wrist Watches
Materials
Other
H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Custom Finished Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Watch Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago, Illinois
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Lady Elgin Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Art Deco Tank style watch was produced by legendary house of Elgin, from Elgin Illinois. It is
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Unique Original Dial From 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
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The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from the 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
National Watch Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled from 1939 with Hand Engraved Monogram Tortue Shaped
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
National Watch Company was founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, as the National Watch Company in Chicago
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
1928 Elgin E-1 Series, 15 Jewel, Rare Dial Offering
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
when this was manufactured. It is amazing how fast the pocket watch manufacture responded to the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin “Hermetic” Trench / WW1 Y/G Filled Beautiful Survivor!
By Elgin
Located in Raleigh, NC
“Trench Watch” ?
They were created using 3-0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and installing into
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Gold-Plated Full Hunter Cased Pocket Watch Signed Illinois Watch Case Co
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Carlisle, GB
Antique Gold Plated Full Hunter Cased Pocket Watch Signed Illinois Watch Case Co. United States of
Category
Vintage 1910s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Illinois 16-S Bunn Special 60 Hour Pocket Watch, circa 1929
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Beautiful example Illinois 16-S Bunn Special 60 hour base metal pocket watch, circa 1929. Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Base Metal
Illinois Pocket Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Gents Illinois pocket watch in 10k. Manual. Ref 4742166. Fine Pre-owned Illinois Watch. Certified
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Vintage 1923 Illinois Pocket Watch, Railroad, Gold-Plated, Working, 17 Jewel
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1923 Illinois Pocket watch, Railroad, Gold Plated, Working, Size 16s, 17 Jewel, Openface
Category
Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Illinois 10k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch, Case, Manual, Ref 4742166
Located in Surfside, FL
Gents Illinois pocket watch in 10k. Manual. Ref 4742166. Fine Pre-owned Illinois Watch.
Certified
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Illinois 10k Gold Fill Pocket Watch Manual Wind
Located in Surfside, FL
Illinois Elvinar pocket watch in 10k gold fill. Triple sunk white porcelain dial with bold Arabic
Category
Vintage 1930s Pocket Watches
Materials
10k Gold, Gold-filled
Illinois Hunter Case Tricolor Gold Antique Pocket Watch
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Illinois hunter case tricolor 14 karat gold pocket watch circa 1919. Both covers lavishly
Category
Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Illinois Open Faced Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1919
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Vintage 1922 Illinois 10 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, Works, Excellent Condition
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1922 Illinois 10kt Gold Pocket Watch, Works, Excellent Condition, Santa Fe Special, 21
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold
Illinois 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Fob and Banded Agate
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Illinois
Material: 14k yellow gold
Dimensions: FOB chain is 13 ¼-inches long
Serial
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Late 20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paillard’s Non Magnetic Watch Co of America Gold Half Hunting Case Pocket Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
chapter ring to the front lid, case no. 202829
17-jewel Illinois movement with Paillard's patent non
Category
Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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Dm 50 in
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch, circa 1911
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin National Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case / Pocket Watch
METAL
Category
Vintage 1910s American Pocket Watches
Elgin Pocket Watch, 14 Karat White Gold Filled, 1928, 17 Jewel
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Elgin Pocket Watch, 14k White Gold filled, 1928, 17 Jewel, 44 mm Case, Chronograph, Excellent
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Vintage 1920s American Pocket Watches
Vintage Gold-Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Year 1883, Working, 11 Jewel
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage Gold Plated Elgin Pocket Watch, Year 1883, Working, 11 Jewel, Size 8s, Hunting, Elgin
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold-Plated, Case, Year 1893, 7 Jewel
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch, Yellow Gold Plated, 52 mm Case, Year 1893, Seven Jewel, Size 16s, Model
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Elgin Two Color Gold High Grade Oversized Wrist Pocket Watch with Original Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Wrist / Pocket Watch
METAL
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches
Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watch Key Wind Working Sterling Silver 1886 Year
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage Illinois co. pocket watch in good working condition. Year 1886. The case is sterling silver
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Vintage 1980s American Victorian Wrist Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
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D 0.79 in Dm 2.37 in
Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Hunters Case Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches
Elgin 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Cushion Shaped Pocket Watch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The unique shape was intended to keep the watch nearly upright while in the vest pocket. This resulted
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
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Illinois Pocket Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate illinois pocket watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Gold Plate. A illinois pocket watch from Illinois Watch Company — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a illinois pocket watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Illinois Pocket Watch?
The price for a illinois pocket watch starts at $200 and tops out at $2,900 with these watches, on average, selling for $800.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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Questions About Illinois Pocket Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your pocket watch is valuable, consult a licensed appraiser. Choose one with experience appraising antique and vintage timepieces. Having your pocket watch evaluated by a knowledgeable professional is the only way to be certain of its value. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To open an Illinois pocket watch, take it to a watch repair shop or a jeweler. Experts advise against attempting to open pocket watches on your own because doing so without the proper tools can damage the timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Illinois pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pocket watch pocket is called by a number of names. You will sometimes see people refer to it simply as a watch pocket. Other names include a coin pocket or a fob pocket. Find a variety of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a hunter pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A hunter pocket watch is a pocket watch with a metal case that has a spring hinged lid to cover the watch face and protect it from damage.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The way to speed up your pocket watch depends on the specific model of timepiece that you have. To avoid damage, take it to a watch repair shop with experience repairing pocket watches to make adjustments. You'll find a selection of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a Fusee pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A fusee pocket watch — named for the French word fusée — is an antique type of watch with a crescent pulley and a curved groove around it that is wound with a cord or chain. The chain is attached to the mainspring barrel. Find a range of vintage fusee pocket watches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a pocket watch fob?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pocket watch fob refers to the chain or ribbon to which a pocket watch is attached. Its purpose was to make the watch more readily accessible to the wearer. You’ll find a variety of pocket watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How do I store pocket watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you store pocket watches is largely a matter of personal preference. Generally, you should keep them in a storage container designed specifically for stowing delicate items, such as a velvet-lined jewelry box, a watch box or on a watch stand. Shop a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What is the best pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best pocket watch is a matter of preference. The earliest pocket watches were luxury items, and, owing to cost, they weren’t commonplace until the 19th century. Artfully crafted pocket watches were a symbol of wealth. Brands like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet are internationally renowned makers of pocket watches. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A watch fob is the name for a pocket watch chain. It's utilized to make the pocket watch more accessible by providing a handle for the user to hold while taking it out of a vest or pant pocket. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of pocket watch chains.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a pocket watch chain, first attach one end to the fob of your watch. Then, tuck the watch into the watch pocket of your jacket. Thread the free end of the chain through your jacket buttonhole. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The easiest way to identify your Elgin pocket watch is to enter the serial number into an authoritative online database. To find the serial number, open the timepiece and look at the inner movement. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Elgin pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, pocket watches can be a good investment. However, many factors can influence the value of a pocket watch, including the brand, the style and the mechanism that powers it. Also, how well you maintain and care for the watch impacts what it is worth. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, pocket watches can be worth something. A pocket watch's value depends on its age, rarity, and brand. The watch's brand name is the main factor in determining price.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To change a battery in a pocket watch, you must first remove the watch back. Depending on the type of watch, you may need a specially designed tool or a precision screwdriver to accomplish this task. Once you have the back removed, you may need to remove parts to access the battery and perform the replacement. Because there is so much variability in timepiece design and you could potentially damage your watch when removing the back and other parts, experts recommend having an experienced watch repairer replace the battery. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Like its hunter-case cousin, the half-hunter pocket watch features a protective lid or case that protects the face of the watch. The distinction is that the case front has a viewing window that allows the owner to check the time without having to open the pocket watch lid. The hours are frequently inscribed in blue enamel on the exterior lid itself, making it possible to tell the time without opening the case. Shop a range of vintage half-hunter pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Full hunter pocket watches are a popular choice for those nostalgic for timepieces of years past. The solid outer case of this type of watch, which often features intricate designs, needs to be opened in order to reveal the watch’s face. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A minute repeater pocket watch comes with a repeater that chimes the time by pushing a button. They come with three different chimes; the hours have a low chime, minute by a high chime, and quarter hours by a sequence of two chimes. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a key wind pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to open a Howard pocket watch depends on its design. However, experts recommend that you don't attempt to open one yourself. Instead, take the piece to a watch repair center that has experience servicing pocket watches. Doing so will help you avoid damaging the timepiece. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Howard pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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