Quite simply one of the most astonishing railroad timepieces we've had the pleasure to offer, this rare 18 size, 23 ruby-jeweled "Vanguard" hunter-case pocket watch created by the American Waltham Watch Company is magnificent – with a PERFECT Montgomery dial and rococo gold-filled case; offered in a custom-fitted walnut presentation box; circa 1901.
An outstanding example of one of America's great horological achievements, this 23 ruby-jeweled 18s Hamilton 946 — circa 1913 — represents one of the finest pocket watches money can buy. We're pleased to offer the piece in its own custom-made heart-pine case.
Men’s early WWI wire-lug wristwatch in solid nickel case, fitted with a correctly recreated two-piece dark walnut cordovan strap and matching period buckle — an outstanding work of horological and military history. Circa 1914.
Rare and extremely desirable men's WWI era oversized black-dialed "Trench" watch made for the British market, in its original screw-back Dennison waterproof case. Correctly hallmarked, retaining a pigskin strap of the period. We are happy to custom fit a correctly recreated two-piece strap in black cordovan at no additional charge if the client so desires, circa 1917.
Stunning WWI British military pocket watch manufactured for the war effort by Elgin Watch Company. Features correct "Broad Arrow" military markings on a completely original case. Circa 1918.
Men’s Elgin WWI wire-lug wristwatch in outstanding condition, featuring rare Roman numerals and fitted with a correctly recreated two-piece cordovan strap with matching buckle, circa 1919
Exceedingly rare, completely original oversized WWI Elgin trench watch. Measuring a full 38mm in diameter, this "6" size silveroid timepiece is one of the largest examples of the era. Featuring a correctly re-created two-piece black cordovan strap and matching buckle. Circa 1919.
Exceedingly handsome, historically significant and original sterling silver wire-lug wristwatch with WWI Submarine Warfare-related engraving, circa 1925.
Men's "cut-corner" Hamilton wristwatch in a white gold-fill case with black enamel fettered chase-work; offered in period Bakelite presentation case, circa 1928.
Considered one of the most desirable American-made wrist watches, the Illinois "New Yorker" the very tactile embodiment of the Deco Movement. This example, in white gold fill, features an original dial and factory enameling. Circa 1929
Magnificent men's Illinois "Speedway" wristwatch in white gold fill and enamel, circa 1929. One of the most prestigious wrist or "strap" watches of its day, this work of art embodies Jazz-Age excellence.
