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Pocket Watch Japan

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Art Deco Asian Themed Enameled Desk Clock circa 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Mimo for J. E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pocket Desk Clock METAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Gruen White Gold-filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1925
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket watches
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial circa 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
could not, like so many other American Watch Companies, withstand the Swiss and Japanese marketing. It
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Gruen Gold Filled Tonneau
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

80s Ginnie Johansen Pocket Watch Silk Scarf
By Ginnie Johansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Ginnie Johansen Pocket Watch Silk Scarf
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1980s Japanese Scarves

Japanese 14Kt. Gold Watch Fob with Matte Salts Enameled Finish 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
Attachment for a pocket watch was likely produced in Japan some time in the 1920's. The workmanship is
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Japanese Carved Netsuke Mixed Material Figure, by Shozan, Meiji
Located in Norton, MA
Netsuke Japanese Hand-Carved Mixed Material Figure, A Wise Man Holding a Treasure-Signed by Shozan
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Antique Pair of Japanese Carved Netsukes "Dragon Turtles", Meiji Period
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Pair of Japanese Carved Netsukes "Dragon Turtles", depicting two turtles with turtle bodies
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Japanese Carved Netsuke Mixed Material Figure, Signed by Yoshitomo, Meiji
Located in Norton, MA
Netsuke Japanese Hand-Carved Mixed Material Figure, Signed by Yoshitomo from the Meiji period
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Japanese Carved Netsuke Mixed Material Figure, Signed by Matsuyoshi, Meiji
Located in Norton, MA
Netsuke Japanese Hand-Carved Mixed Material Figure, Signed by Matsuyoshi, from the Meiji period
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Antique Pair of Japanese Carved Netsukes "Two Roosters", SIgned, Meiji Period
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Pair of Japanese Carved Netsukes "Roosterss", depicting two seating Roosters with a very
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Japanese Carved Netsuke Humanoid Dragon-Signed by Yamada Hojitsu (1825–1872)
Located in Norton, MA
, watches, and handbags today, netsuke were worn to match different occasions and ensembles. Japanese men
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Japanese Carved Netsuke Mixed Material Figure Group, Signed by Tomoaki, Meiji
Located in Norton, MA
, watches, and handbags today, netsuke were worn to match different occasions and ensembles. Japanese men
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

Japanese Carved Netsuke A Goose Biting a Fish-Signed by Tomotada, Meiji
Located in Norton, MA
Netsuke Japanese Hand-Carved Mixed Material Figure, A Goose Biting a Fish-Signed by Tomotada from
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Paint

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Deco Asian Themed Enameled Pocket Desk Clock circa 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Mimo for J. E. Caldwell STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Pocket Desk Clock METAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Art Deco 1925 Japonism Enameled Travel Clock in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
can regularly be found and Cooksey Shugart shows two International Watch Company watches signed "Yard
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Buffalo, 2008
By Valay Shende
Located in ATLANTA, GA
built out of minute metal discs, pocket watches, copper-plated fiberglass and other non-traditional
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Brass

 Buffalo, 2008
H 90.16 in W 54.33 in D 31.1 in

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Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco Le Coultre Reverso wristwatch made in c1934. The Reverso wristwatch was invented after a chance remark by Polo players in India during the colonial period, ...
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
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Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Wid...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Art Deco Gents Swiss Manual Wrist Watch By Larex, c1939
Located in Westward ho, GB
For those gents out there who desire a less than generic looking watch, who aspire for something not only classy but very distinctively Art Deco then this maybe the timepiece for you...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1940
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 26mm MOVEMENT / CA...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial, 1940's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Curvex Style / Reference 473 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width ...
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shaped METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1934 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 22...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Benrus 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Dress Watch with Original Dial 1950's
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14k Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / CAL...
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Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches

Omega 18K And Steel Ladies' DeVille Watch
By Omega
Located in Honolulu, HI
Omega 18K And Steel Ladies' DeVille Watch. This classic wristwatch is charismatic and captivating. It has a round 23 mm case with a black quartz dial with hour and minute hands. The ...
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Movado 1948 Calendermeto Triple Date and Moonphase Travel Purse Clock & Leather
By Movado
Located in Miami, FL
Rare calendermeto travel clock designed by Movado. Beautiful and very rare calendermeto travel purse clock, created in Switzerland by the Movado Clock Factories, back in the 1948-19...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Pocket Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Platinum 18 K Gold Blue Enamel 5.96 Ct Diamond Bangle
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A DIAMOND AND LIGHT BLUE ENAMEL BANGLE BRACELET, BY JEAN SCHLUMBERGER, TIFFANY & CO. Very Pleasant blue color Enamel bracelet designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Beautif...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Platinum

Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1950's
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 21mm ...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm Length X 25mm Width MOVEMENT...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Gruen White Gold-Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch from 1931
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1931 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 27mm MO...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: METAL / MATERIAL: YGF / SS CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm x Width 24mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Windi...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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 been fully cleaned and serviced and includes a 90-day warranty. The face of the watc...
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Audax Watch Wristwear with Cream Dial in 9ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Vintage 9ct Gold Audax Watch, In 9ct Gold Wristwear With Cream Dial Vintage 9ct gold Audax watch, with cream dial and arrow markers. In 9ct gold wristwear snake bracelet. Additiona...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

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Art Deco enamel pendant watch in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco enamel pendant watch in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. A rare rectangular-shaped
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Netsuke, Wood, Accessory, Fashion, 19th Century, Antique, Woodcraft, Artisan
Located in London, GB
This netsuke is made entirely out of wood and depicts a sleeping lady being watched by two oni
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19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pocket Compass Signed by Pathfinder Japan Made of Brass
Located in Milan, IT
Pocket compass signed by Pathfinder Japan, made of brass with the shape of a pocket watch. The
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau era 18K gold diamond swallow lily flower pocket watch pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful French work, Art Nouveau era, pocket watch pendant with one swallow and
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Antique Early 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Shakudo Mixed Metals Watch Chain with Carnelian Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself
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Antique 1880s Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver, Shakudo

2018 Distressed Slim Fit Jeans Size M
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Distressed design Front buttons closure Belt hoops 2x Front side pockets 1x Watch pocket 2x Back patch
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21st Century and Contemporary British Jeans

Saint Laurent Women's 2018 Distressed Slim Fit Jeans
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
design Front buttons closure Belt hoops 2x Front side pockets 1x Watch pocket 2x Back patch pockets Made
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21st Century and Contemporary British Jeans

Saint Laurent Women's 2018 Distressed Slim Fit Jeans
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
design Front buttons closure Belt hoops 2x Front side pockets 1x Watch pocket 2x Back patch pockets Made
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pants

Carolina Bucci Blue Woven Thread Wrap Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
, specialising in the sale and repair of gentleman's pocket watches. He eventually began to make bespoke gold
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1990s Italian Baroque Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Street Walkers: Turn Ups
By Julian Opie
Located in Palo Alto, CA
black line drawings that are reminiscent of cave paintings, classical portraiture, Japanese woodblock
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Lenticular

Old Street Walkers: Curly Hair
By Julian Opie
Located in Palo Alto, CA
, Japanese woodblock prints, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and traffic signs, while simultaneously recognizing the
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Lenticular

Leather and Metal Compact Pocket Japanese Binoculars, circa 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nice pair of Japanese binoculars, circa 1960s. The view works well. Compact size for concerts or
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Chrome

Beautiful Pocket Watch and Bedside Clock In One
Located in New York, NY
aesthetic. It can be either be used as a pocket watch or the cover slides forward to reveal a watch which
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Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Netsuke, Wood, Accessory, Fashion, 19th Century, Antique, Woodcraft, Artisan
Located in London, GB
This netsuke is made entirely out of wood and depicts a sleeping lady being watched by two oni
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Masha Archer White Metal Blue Wreath Necklace
By Masha Archer
Located in San Francisco, CA
-sisters men's pocket watch clasp. Ending with 2009 twenty five kopeks coin (from Ukraine). YOUR
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Ted Baker London Lady's Pocket Watch Rose Gold-Plated
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
Ted Baker Pocket or chain hanging watch Japan movement quartz 18k rose gold plated 31 mm
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2010s Contemporary Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold

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Questions About Pocket Watch Japan
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A 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, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether Bulova watches are made in Japan depends upon the timepiece in question. Historically, Bulova made all of its watches in Switzerland, but in recent years, the brand shifted some production to Japan and Hong Kong. You'll find a collection of Bulova watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Like 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, 2021
    Full 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, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    How 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, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rolex made pocket watches from 1905 through to the 1970s. The last pocket watch released was a small, ultra-formal 18 karat piece. Own a piece of history by shopping a selection of Rolex pocket watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the year of a pocket watch is to identify and look up the serial number. Pocket watch serial numbers can be located inside the watch once you remove or open the back cover of the watch. Shop a wide range of pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To open a Hamilton pocket watch, take it to a reputable watch repair shop. Experts advise against opening antique pocket watches on your own because special tools are necessary to avoid damaging the timepieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Hamilton pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A pocket watch with 17 jewels is called a fully jeweled watch. For the mechanical movement, it uses jewel bearings from the center wheel pivot to the balance wheel. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage pocket watch options.