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Rob Crook 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Faced Keywind Pocket Watch, circa 1845

About the Item

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rob Crook STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Face / Pocket Watch Keywind METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1845 DIMENSIONS: Diameter 47mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Key Winding / 13 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Enamel with Roman Numerals / Blued Steel Hands WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This high grade English chain driven watch is entirely hand constructed. The enamel dial is in perfect condition and the case shows little wear on it. Considering its age it is in remarkable condition. The watch has just been serviced by our team and can still be worn and counted on the get you there on time. I wore it for a few days in my jeans pocket just for the pure pleasure of navigating my busy day with a 170 year old device. OK, if I really need the exact time, I will check my phone, but this watch still got me there on time. Rob Crook was a local jeweler and I guess his name did not deter people from shopping in his establishment.
  • Creator:
    Rob Crook
  • Style:
    Greek Revival
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Mid-18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1840's
  • Condition:
    It is important to recognize that this watch only had a 12-month warranty when it was new. However, we are so confident of our workmanship and team that we offer an 18-month warranty on all our watches, even those over 100 years old.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 173 NN1stDibs: LU42234597871