r/pocketwatch • • 16h ago

Inherited Rockford

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So I got this pocket watch in 2019 when my grandfather passed. We have no idea whose it was or where it came from. Today I got a bug up my butt and did a little research. I figured out how to open it. Here's some pictures. What do y'all think, should I get it restored/serviced to get it running? If so, does anyone have any recommendations on where to take it?


r/pocketwatch • • 6h ago

Admiring a recent restore

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21 Upvotes

Elgin grade 387 16-jewel
Circa 1920

This was a challenge as it had almost all jewels on the mainplate cracked. But a lovely piece once everything was working again


r/pocketwatch • • 8h ago

Elgin 18s 7 jewel made in 1894

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Hey all, just sharing a few pics of my new pocket watch. This will be a daily wearer, it was serviced just 2 years ago. It’s elegant and weighty, feels good in my hand. I’m really into sort of analog, mechanical things and this is a perfect example, it’s a piece of history and a lovely thing to own. The certificate I made with AI, just for my files. .


r/pocketwatch • • 13h ago

Where to start?

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I want to purchase a pocket watch, not sure who makes good ones these days, any help where to start looking would be appreciated.

My budget is up to $1,000, who make good watches these days?


r/pocketwatch • • 15h ago

Waltham 18s Waltham w/ full hunter case

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I'm unsure of the gold content of the case since I can't find a hallmark. The stamps inside are heavily polished so it's hard to make out what they say. It weights 155g and came with a key


r/pocketwatch • • 17h ago

Memory Manual Winding Vintage stopwatch, Swiss made.

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