Swiss vintage WILKA pocket watch K18 gold thin open face works well
SKU: 174437726
WILKA is a watch manufacturer founded in Geneva in 1902 by Wilhelm Kaufmann.
Since the company disappeared in the 1960s, it is not well known, but it seems that it was a first-class manufacturer that also made repeater watches.
This is a pocket watch with a thin 18K solid gold case with an Art Deco style design.
The bezel and bow are intricately decorated with niello inlay, and the back cover has a lattice design.
The year of manufacture is unknown, but judging from the design etc., it seems to be from the 1930s-40s.
The overhaul history is unknown, but the balance swing is good and it is ticking and moving well.
We hope this lovely antique watch will add some color to your day!
【condition】
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Beautiful product with no noticeable scratches or stains Function: ★★★★☆ Maintenance history is unknown, but in good working condition (within 5 minutes per day)
(explanatory video)
https://youtu.be/sIfEl23iZd4
・Case: There is wear over time and one scratch on the bottom right of the back cover, but it is in a beautiful state with no noticeable scratches or dents.
・Case engraving: There is a "18K" engraving inside the back cover.
・Dial: It is in a very clean state with no cracks or missing letters.
Others: The windshield is made of acrylic and has no scratches.
・Accuracy: Within 1 minute per day when measured with a flat time grapher
・Power reserve: confirmed from full mainspring to 39 hours
*The daily difference will change depending on the posture difference and the winding condition of the mainspring, so please consider it as a reference.
* Since it is very old, I do not know the history of parts replacement and repair
【detail】
・Brand WILKA
・Manufacturing year unknown
・Movement mechanical (17 jewels 2 adjustments)
・Mainspring hand-wound
・Time adjustment crown pull (pendant set)
・Serial No.147153 (Case)
・Case material K18 solid gold (750/1000)
・Case diameter 50mm (excluding crown)
・Case thickness 8.5mm (including windshield)
・Weight 64g (19.5g weight of 18-karat gold)
*Since it is an antique item, there is no other exactly the same item.
Please feel free to ask any questions if you have any questions.