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Men's 1917 Misc. Swiss Oversized Silver Trench Watch

$1795

W2414
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.

Men's 1917 Waltham Transitional Watch

$1750

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Stunning and important men's WWI era "Transitional" wristwatch by American Waltham Watch Company with all the correct and rare elements: sterling construction, porcelain dial, "stained glass" hands and a 45 degree orientation. Custom-fitted with a black cordovan strap and matching buckle. Circa 1917

Men's 1918 Flip Top Trench Wristwatch w/ Strap

$1795

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Staggeringly crisp men's World War I era hunter-cased wristwatch with a correctly re-created two-piece cordovan strap, circa 1918.

Men's 1918 Tavannes Signal Corps Trench Watch

$1750

W2400
Astonishing, historic WWI-era military wire lug Tavannes Signal Corps. wristwatch. This exceedingly rare military example features a period 24 hour porcelain military dial, stained glass hands and a hinged-lug case. Fitted with one of our correctly re-created two-piece straps in black cordovan, with matching sterling buckle.

Men's 1919 Elgin Trench Watch w/ Roman Numerals

$1295

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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

Men's 1919 Elgin Oversized Trench Watch w/ Strap

$1795

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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.

Men's 1919 Elgin WWI Era Transitional Watch

$1495

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Stunning and important men's WWI era "Transitional" wristwatch by Elgin National Watch Company with all the correct and rare elements: solid sterling construction; heavy reeded crown; military enamel dial, correct movement, and of course, a 45 degree orientation on the wrist. Circa 1919.

Men's 1925 WWI Submarine Presentation Watch

$1950

W2393
Exceedingly handsome, historically significant and original sterling silver wire-lug wristwatch with WWI Submarine Warfare-related engraving, circa 1925.

Men's 1928 Illinois Marquis Watch w/Box

$2250

W2409
Magnificent men's Illinois "Marquis" wristwatch in white gold fill — restored and spectacular! Circa 1928.

Men's 1928 Illinois Art Deco Dress Watch

$1750

W2427
Manificent men's 1928 Illinois wristwatch in a heavily chased, white gold filled case; fitted with a custom-made black cordovan strap – spectacular!

Men's 1929 Illinois New Yorker Dress Watch

$1495

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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

Men's 1929 Illinois Dress Watch

$1750

W2413
Fully restored men's Illinois dress wristwatch in white gold fill, fitted with bespoke hand saddle-stitched strap in black cordovan and matching buckle, circa 1929.

Men's 1929 Illinois Art Deco Wristwatch

$1750

W2411
Magnificent men's Illinois wristwatch in white gold fill and enamel, expertly restored to its original glory, circa 1929.

Men's 1929 Illinois Speedway Wristwatch

$1795

W2412
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.

Men's 1930 Illinois "Guardsman" Dress Watch

$1495

W2399
Magnificent men's Illinois "Guardsman" wristwatch in white gold fill and enamel in period Bakelite jeweler’s box; fitted with black cordovan strap and period buckle, circa 1930.

Men's 1930 Illinois Beau Royale Wristwatch

$1995

W2410
Extraordinary men's Deco-era Illinois "Beau Royale" wristwatch in white gold filled with enameled "Aztec" bezel, circa 1930.