Watch maker tools Industrial - Ancient watchmaker's tower
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Antique hand-operated watchmaker's lathe dating to the late 19th/early 20th century, with a ferrous and steel frame and copper alloy elements, bench-mounted by a threaded clamp rod, showing age patina and oxidation.
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Antique hand-held watchmaker's turn - Workshop tool - Late 19th / early 20th century
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Description
Authentic vintage watchmaker's lathe, used in horology and micromechanics workshops at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century.
This manual-controlled bench grinder consists of a frame made of iron and steel, with copper alloy elements, and is securely attached to a workbench using a threaded tightening rod. The crossbar with handles allows for precise control, essential for watchmaking tasks.
The set displays an original antique patina, with oxidation and signs of use consistent with its age. No modern elements have been added. Tool sold as-is, not restored.
Authentic piece, ideal for a collection of antique tools, watchmaker's workshop, industrial decor, or restoration of vintage equipment.
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Details
• Watchmaker's lathe / Hand-held lathe
• Function: watchmaking, micromechanics
Material: iron, steel, copper alloy
Fixation: clamping on a workbench
Period: late 19th century to early 20th century
• Dating: circa 1880–1920
Origin: Europe, probably France or Switzerland.
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State
Old condition, in its original state.
Visible oxidation and patina.
Presence of greenish corrosion on the brass parts.
Function not tested, sold as presented.
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50x25cm
Significant weight to ensure stability.
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Keywords
watchmaker's tour
ancient tool
watchmaking
workshop tool
micromechanics
19th century
professional tool
Tools collection
Old workshop
industrial decoration
Antique hand-held watchmaker's turn - Workshop tool - Late 19th / early 20th century
⸻
Description
Authentic vintage watchmaker's lathe, used in horology and micromechanics workshops at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century.
This manual-controlled bench grinder consists of a frame made of iron and steel, with copper alloy elements, and is securely attached to a workbench using a threaded tightening rod. The crossbar with handles allows for precise control, essential for watchmaking tasks.
The set displays an original antique patina, with oxidation and signs of use consistent with its age. No modern elements have been added. Tool sold as-is, not restored.
Authentic piece, ideal for a collection of antique tools, watchmaker's workshop, industrial decor, or restoration of vintage equipment.
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Details
• Watchmaker's lathe / Hand-held lathe
• Function: watchmaking, micromechanics
Material: iron, steel, copper alloy
Fixation: clamping on a workbench
Period: late 19th century to early 20th century
• Dating: circa 1880–1920
Origin: Europe, probably France or Switzerland.
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State
Old condition, in its original state.
Visible oxidation and patina.
Presence of greenish corrosion on the brass parts.
Function not tested, sold as presented.
⸻
50x25cm
Significant weight to ensure stability.
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Keywords
watchmaker's tour
ancient tool
watchmaking
workshop tool
micromechanics
19th century
professional tool
Tools collection
Old workshop
industrial decoration
Details
Era
1400-1900
No. of items
1
Style
Industrial
Country of Origin
France
Material
Iron, Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
50 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
Ancient watchmaker's tower
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