Octava Watch Co. - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a distinctive 8 Jours mechanical pocket watch with a large round case, a white dial, bold Arabic numerals, gold and black numeral detailing, and elegant openwork style hands. The movement is signed Octava Watch Co. Switzerland and marked 15 Fifteen Jewels, 3 Adjustments, and U.S.A.P. 816327, giving it strong mechanical and collector interest. The main appeal lies in the 8 day movement, the large display dial, the Octava Watch Co. Switzerland movement signature, and the unusual two tone numeral design.
Technical and condition details
Maker or movement signature: Octava Watch Co. Switzerland
Type: 8 Jours mechanical travel clock.
Function: Running when tested. No long-term accuracy test has been performed.
Dial: White dial with outer minute track, Arabic numerals, black outline and gold toned numeral filling, 8 Jours marking to the centre, and decorative openwork style hands.
Movement: Manual mechanical movement marked Octava Watch Co. Switzerland, 15 Fifteen Jewels, 3 Adjustments, and U.S.A.P. 816327. The movement shows large visible gears, jewel bearings, and traditional mechanical construction.
Case: Gold toned round metal case with finely ribbed edge detail and winding or setting stem at the lower side.
Size and weight: Case diameter approximately 67.06 mm. Height including crown approximately 78.24 mm. Weight approximately 167.20 g.
Condition: Preserved with clear antique character. The dial presents well with bold and attractive numerals. The case, bezel, back cover, movement, and crown show natural oxidation, scratches, surface wear, marks, and age related traces.
Collector’s highlights
Clear Octava Watch Co. Switzerland movement signature
8 Jours mechanical movement, more unusual than a standard pocket watch
15 jewels and 3 adjustments markings
Large approximately 67 mm case with strong display presence
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