Antique Swiss Modernista Jumping Hour pocket watch works well
SKU: 202309303727
Introducing pocket watches made by Swiss Modernista from the early 20th century.
This is a rare type of pocket watch called Jumping Hour and Retrograde.
During jumping hours, the numbers in the small window at the top will make a clicking sound when the time changes.
Retrograde is a mechanism in which the minute hand goes halfway from 0 to 60 and then returns to 0 all at once.
Although it is sometimes seen on quartz watches, it is a rare type of mechanical pocket watch.
We hope this wonderful antique watch will add color to your everyday life!
【condition】
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Beautiful condition with no noticeable scratches or stains Features: ★★★★☆ Maintenance history is unknown, but in good working condition (within 5 minutes difference per day)
(Explanatory video)
https://youtu.be/EcBA626wSh8?si=OiuutVirAbO92R2w
・Case: There is wear over time and small dents, but it is well-maintained as an antique. .
・Case engraving: There is also a manufacturer's engraving on the back cover and inner cover.
・Dial: In very good condition with no stains or missing letters.
・Others: There is some wobbling when setting the time, so please turn it slowly.
・Accuracy: Within 3 minutes per day when measured with a flat timegrapher
・Power reserve: Checked from full spring to 32 hours
*Please note that the daily difference will vary depending on the posture and winding condition of the mainspring, so please use this as a reference only.
*Since it is very old, I do not know the history of parts replacement or repairs.
【detail】
・Brand Modernista
・Year of manufacture: Around 1920
・Movement mechanical
・Spring hand-wound
・Time setting crown pull (pendant set)
・Serial No.11984 (case)
・Case material: Gold plate
・Case diameter 50mm (excluding crown)
・Case thickness 16mm (including windshield)
・Weight 87g
*As this is an antique item, there is no other item that is exactly the same.
Please feel free to ask any questions if you have any questions.