Clock/watch tools - pin rolling chair

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Zapfen-Rollierstuhl, a bronze alloy clockmaker's tool by Rudolf Hume, Berlin, dating from ca. 1900–1910, in good used condition with minor signs of wear, complete with original case.

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Description from the seller

Antique watchmaker's tool – pin roller stand – Rudolf Hume, Berlin – complete set – around 1900

Description

Ancient original taper roller seat (tool for straightening and polishing pinions) for watchmakers, used for aligning and polishing escape wheel and wheel pinions.
A classic precision tool from the golden age of German watchmaking.

Manufacturer: Rudolf Hume
Origin: Berlin, Germany
Late 19th – early 20th century (c. 1890–1910)
Label in the box: Tap-rolling chair

state

Tool set in very good original condition.

All essential components present (see photos).

Brass parts with a natural patina, no excessive wear.

Steel rollers and shafts appear clean and well usable.

Original precisely fitting box available, with age-related signs of wear.

No modern replacement parts are identifiable.

Completeness

2 roller holders

several interchangeable roles

Original accessories

Original custom-fit box with collection lining.

Remarks

This is a professional watchmaking tool and not a decorative object.
Highly collectible and still usable for traditional watch restoration.
Rarely found in such a complete and original condition.
The box shows time-related damages, but these have no impact on the tool itself. The description of the tool was created using AI.

Antique watchmaker's tool – pin roller stand – Rudolf Hume, Berlin – complete set – around 1900

Description

Ancient original taper roller seat (tool for straightening and polishing pinions) for watchmakers, used for aligning and polishing escape wheel and wheel pinions.
A classic precision tool from the golden age of German watchmaking.

Manufacturer: Rudolf Hume
Origin: Berlin, Germany
Late 19th – early 20th century (c. 1890–1910)
Label in the box: Tap-rolling chair

state

Tool set in very good original condition.

All essential components present (see photos).

Brass parts with a natural patina, no excessive wear.

Steel rollers and shafts appear clean and well usable.

Original precisely fitting box available, with age-related signs of wear.

No modern replacement parts are identifiable.

Completeness

2 roller holders

several interchangeable roles

Original accessories

Original custom-fit box with collection lining.

Remarks

This is a professional watchmaking tool and not a decorative object.
Highly collectible and still usable for traditional watch restoration.
Rarely found in such a complete and original condition.
The box shows time-related damages, but these have no impact on the tool itself. The description of the tool was created using AI.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1 kg
Metal type
Alloy, Bronze
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
28 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910
Title additional information
pin rolling chair
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