Pocket watch mechanism ID

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Makanudo, Jul 7, 2016.

  1. Makanudo

    Makanudo There is no such thing as simple.Simple is hard.

    I picked up this watch today. It is not working and its missing keys. I'll take it tomorrow to my classic watch guy, but I doubt it will be possible/pheasible to restore it. Just the same, I would like to know the maker. It has no markings on the mechanism.

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    Makanudo, Jul 7, 2016
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  2. afantiques

    afantiques Well-Known Member

    Generic Swiss key wind and set barred lever movement, with a club-foot escapement, late 1800s.

    Made by some men in a Swiss shed who produced 'ebauches' or working movements for folk who completed and sold the watches. There were many such makers.

    On a 1 to 10 quality scale it rates about a 6, but so did a million others at the time.
     
    afantiques, Jul 8, 2016
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  3. Makanudo

    Makanudo There is no such thing as simple.Simple is hard.

    Thanks for the help afantiques!
     
    Makanudo, Jul 8, 2016
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  4. Makanudo

    Makanudo There is no such thing as simple.Simple is hard.

    Couple more shots:
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    Makanudo, Jul 8, 2016
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  5. Figtree3

    Figtree3 What would you do if you weren't afraid?

    That was probably a beautiful case at one time. Looks like it is missing some enamel now.
     
    Figtree3, Jul 9, 2016
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