Themed collection - Antique tools for watchmakers and micromechanics from the watchmaker
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro
Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.
Estimate € 400 - € 500
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An antique collection of watchmaking and precision micro‑mechanics tools dating to the late 19th to early 20th century, in brass, forged steel, iron and wood, in a period workshop style and comprising about 20 pieces.
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Era Tools from a Watchmaker and Micro-mechanics – Gear Cutter Machine, Gear Engraving Compasses and Bench Tools – Late 19th / Early 20th Century
Object Details
* Type: Collection of vintage laboratory tools for watchmaking / precision micro-mechanics
* Era: Late 19th Century – Early 20th Century (circa 1880–1920)
* Materials: Solid brass, forged steel, iron, wood
* Condition: Good vintage condition, original and unrestored. Shows the patina of time, slight traces of oxidation and wear appropriate to age.
* Number of pieces: About 20+ pieces including main tools and small components
emanation of the artisanal excellence of precision micro-mechanics between the late 19th century and the early 20th, this fascinating lot includes a rich selection of essential instruments for the antique watchmaker's laboratory.
* Gear cutter / bench rounding machine of antique origin: made of brass and steel, equipped with a perforated dividing disk with multiple circumferences for positioning and precision cutting of gear teeth.
* Gear meshing and measuring compass in iron/steel: large precision tool with adjustable points via screw to verify the center distance between gears.
* Supports for finishing and polishing pivots (Jacot tool / lathe tools): including brass bodies with micro-plates and adjustable tips.
* Micrometric watchmaker compass and various tools: hand reamers, hand drill bits of the era, vises and an old wooden support for casing/component processing.
The lot is extremely decorative and of great historical interest, ideal for collectors of antique scientific instruments, watchmakers, restorers, or to enrich the setup of an antique laboratory.
Note: The objects are sold in the condition visible in the photos, preserving their original patina without invasive cleaning.
Shipping and Packaging
Tracked shipping. The items will be carefully individually packed to protect delicate mechanical parts during transport.
Era Tools from a Watchmaker and Micro-mechanics – Gear Cutter Machine, Gear Engraving Compasses and Bench Tools – Late 19th / Early 20th Century
Object Details
* Type: Collection of vintage laboratory tools for watchmaking / precision micro-mechanics
* Era: Late 19th Century – Early 20th Century (circa 1880–1920)
* Materials: Solid brass, forged steel, iron, wood
* Condition: Good vintage condition, original and unrestored. Shows the patina of time, slight traces of oxidation and wear appropriate to age.
* Number of pieces: About 20+ pieces including main tools and small components
emanation of the artisanal excellence of precision micro-mechanics between the late 19th century and the early 20th, this fascinating lot includes a rich selection of essential instruments for the antique watchmaker's laboratory.
* Gear cutter / bench rounding machine of antique origin: made of brass and steel, equipped with a perforated dividing disk with multiple circumferences for positioning and precision cutting of gear teeth.
* Gear meshing and measuring compass in iron/steel: large precision tool with adjustable points via screw to verify the center distance between gears.
* Supports for finishing and polishing pivots (Jacot tool / lathe tools): including brass bodies with micro-plates and adjustable tips.
* Micrometric watchmaker compass and various tools: hand reamers, hand drill bits of the era, vises and an old wooden support for casing/component processing.
The lot is extremely decorative and of great historical interest, ideal for collectors of antique scientific instruments, watchmakers, restorers, or to enrich the setup of an antique laboratory.
Note: The objects are sold in the condition visible in the photos, preserving their original patina without invasive cleaning.
Shipping and Packaging
Tracked shipping. The items will be carefully individually packed to protect delicate mechanical parts during transport.
Details
Number of objects
20
Type
Antique tools for watchmakers and micromechanics from the watchmaker
Period
Late 19th century
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
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