Watch maker tools - Watchmaker's power

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Swiss‑made watchmaker’s staking tool set in a wooden case dating to 1930–1940, with a green‑marbled metal body and multiple interchangeable tools.

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Favorite Swiss Made – Watchmaker’s staking tool with punches – Staking Tool Set – Original wooden box – Vintage

Description

Interesting professional Swiss-made watchmaker set, branded FAVORITE – SWISS MADE, kept in its original wooden box with numerous punches and accessories.

This is a watchmaker’s staking tool, a precision instrument used in watchmaking laboratories for various operations on components of mechanical movements.

The machine features the characteristic metal body with a hammered green finish, upper punch-holding lever, side adjustment, and a rotating steel base equipped with numerous holes of different diameters.

The original brand “FAVORITE – SWISS MADE,” with the distinctive diamond logo, is still clearly visible on the body of the instrument.

Contents

The set includes the Favorite staking tool and a wide assortment of punches, pins and interchangeable tools of different shapes and diameters, arranged in the internal proper support of the box.

The box is made of wood with a hinged lid and a front metal latch. The interior is specially shaped to accommodate the machine and the related tools.

As documented in the photographs, some positions of the support are empty; therefore the lot is offered exactly in the visible composition and its original completeness is not guaranteed.

Conditions

Vintage object used professionally.

The staking tool shows normal signs of use and age, with surface wear consistent with the tool’s age and function. The numerous punches show varying degrees of patina and signs of use.

The wooden box also shows signs, stains, and wear due to use and storage over time, elements that nevertheless maintain its pleasant character as an authentic laboratory tool.

Functionality has not been professionally tested; it is therefore sold as-is.

The photographs show the equipment in detail and are an integral part of the description.

Collectible interest

A fascinating example of Swiss watchmaking instrumentation, interesting both as a technical tool and as a collectible object.

Particularly suitable for watchmakers, restorers, collectors of antique tools, and enthusiasts of mechanical watches, also as a decorative element for a workshop or collection.

Favorite Swiss Made – Watchmaker’s staking tool with punches – Staking Tool Set – Original wooden box – Vintage

Description

Interesting professional Swiss-made watchmaker set, branded FAVORITE – SWISS MADE, kept in its original wooden box with numerous punches and accessories.

This is a watchmaker’s staking tool, a precision instrument used in watchmaking laboratories for various operations on components of mechanical movements.

The machine features the characteristic metal body with a hammered green finish, upper punch-holding lever, side adjustment, and a rotating steel base equipped with numerous holes of different diameters.

The original brand “FAVORITE – SWISS MADE,” with the distinctive diamond logo, is still clearly visible on the body of the instrument.

Contents

The set includes the Favorite staking tool and a wide assortment of punches, pins and interchangeable tools of different shapes and diameters, arranged in the internal proper support of the box.

The box is made of wood with a hinged lid and a front metal latch. The interior is specially shaped to accommodate the machine and the related tools.

As documented in the photographs, some positions of the support are empty; therefore the lot is offered exactly in the visible composition and its original completeness is not guaranteed.

Conditions

Vintage object used professionally.

The staking tool shows normal signs of use and age, with surface wear consistent with the tool’s age and function. The numerous punches show varying degrees of patina and signs of use.

The wooden box also shows signs, stains, and wear due to use and storage over time, elements that nevertheless maintain its pleasant character as an authentic laboratory tool.

Functionality has not been professionally tested; it is therefore sold as-is.

The photographs show the equipment in detail and are an integral part of the description.

Collectible interest

A fascinating example of Swiss watchmaking instrumentation, interesting both as a technical tool and as a collectible object.

Particularly suitable for watchmakers, restorers, collectors of antique tools, and enthusiasts of mechanical watches, also as a decorative element for a workshop or collection.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1500 g
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Material
Metal, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
11 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
Title additional information
Watchmaker's power
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