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Waltham - Savonette lever system - 5952802 - 1850-1900
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Waltham - Savonette lever system - 5952802 - 1850-1900

A.W. Co. Waltham – Antique American Pocket Watch – Safety Pinion – ca. Late 19th / Early 20th Century Authentic antique American pocket watch manufactured by A.W. Co. (American Waltham Watch Company), Waltham, Massachusetts, one of the most respected historical watchmakers in the United States. The watch features a mechanical hand-wound movement with safety pinion, clearly signed on the movement plate “A.W. Co. Waltham, Mass.” and bearing serial number:5952802 allowing precise dating to the late 19th century. The movement shows gilt finishing, blued screws, and appears complete and original. The white enamel dial is signed “A.W. Co. Waltham”, with: Black Roman numerals Sub-dial for small seconds at 6 o’clock Original blued steel hands The dial is clean and well preserved, with light signs of age consistent with its period. The watch is housed in a gold-colored metal hunter case, marked “Columbia” on the inner cover, with serial number 10595. The outer case back is beautifully engraved with a detailed rural landscape scene, including buildings, foliage, and decorative elements. The case shows normal wear, surface scratches, and patina from age, but remains structurally sound. A matching antique pocket watch chain is included, adding to the overall presentation and collectible value. Condition: Watch winds and runs at the time of listing (accuracy not tested over extended period) Case opens and closes correctly Movement appears complete No service history known Specifications: Diameter: 55mm (excluding crown) Weight: 124g Movement: Mechanical, hand-wound Escapement: Lever with safety pinion Origin: USA Period: Late 19th / Early 20th century A fine and honest example of an original American Waltham pocket watch, ideal for collectors of American horology or as a solid historical timepiece.

No. 100385908

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Waltham - Savonette lever system - 5952802 - 1850-1900

Waltham - Savonette lever system - 5952802 - 1850-1900

A.W. Co. Waltham – Antique American Pocket Watch – Safety Pinion – ca. Late 19th / Early 20th Century
Authentic antique American pocket watch manufactured by A.W. Co. (American Waltham Watch Company), Waltham, Massachusetts, one of the most respected historical watchmakers in the United States.
The watch features a mechanical hand-wound movement with safety pinion, clearly signed on the movement plate “A.W. Co. Waltham, Mass.” and bearing serial number:5952802 allowing precise dating to the late 19th century. The movement shows gilt finishing, blued screws, and appears complete and original.
The white enamel dial is signed “A.W. Co. Waltham”, with:
Black Roman numerals
Sub-dial for small seconds at 6 o’clock
Original blued steel hands
The dial is clean and well preserved, with light signs of age consistent with its period.
The watch is housed in a gold-colored metal hunter case, marked “Columbia” on the inner cover, with serial number 10595. The outer case back is beautifully engraved with a detailed rural landscape scene, including buildings, foliage, and decorative elements. The case shows normal wear, surface scratches, and patina from age, but remains structurally sound.
A matching antique pocket watch chain is included, adding to the overall presentation and collectible value.
Condition:
Watch winds and runs at the time of listing (accuracy not tested over extended period)
Case opens and closes correctly
Movement appears complete
No service history known
Specifications:
Diameter: 55mm (excluding crown)
Weight: 124g
Movement: Mechanical, hand-wound
Escapement: Lever with safety pinion
Origin: USA
Period: Late 19th / Early 20th century
A fine and honest example of an original American Waltham pocket watch, ideal for collectors of American horology or as a solid historical timepiece.

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