1881 British antique John Cowgill sterling silver pocket watch with key winding mechanism, 53mm diameter, in good working order
SKU: 202508025622
We will introduce antique British pocket watches.
This is a key-wound pocket watch with a pure silver case made in 1881.
The movement is engraved with what appears to be the name of the city of Colne and J. Cowgill, but no further details are available. Britain, known as the world's factory in the 19th century, was home to many now-defunct watchmakers like this one.
The mainspring is key wound, and the time is set by inserting a key directly into the center of the hands and turning it.
It is unknown if it has been overhauled, but the balance wheel is in good condition and ticks along smoothly.
I hope this "once in a lifetime" encounter will be a special one!
(Explanatory video)
https://youtu.be/EN-tOae5xl4?si=IoZbhp2GTofrS21N
【condition】
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or stains
Function: ★★★★☆ Maintenance history unknown but in good working condition (within 5 minutes per day)
-Case: There is some wear over time, but it is in good condition with no noticeable scratches or dents.
The machine is removed using a swing-out method.
-Case engraving: Hallmarked by the British Financial Services Agency indicating that the case is made of pure silver
Dial: There is one hairline near 6 o'clock, but it is barely noticeable.
Other: The crystal is made of mineral glass.
Accuracy: Approximately 1 minute per day when measured with a flat timegrapher
Power reserve: Confirmed from full spring to 26 hours
*The daily difference may vary depending on your posture, so please use this as a reference only.
*Since it is an old item, I do not know the history of parts replacement or repairs.
【detail】
・Brand John Cowgill? (Machinery)
Robert John Pike (Case)
Year of manufacture: 1881 (Chester)
Movement: Mechanical Mainspring: Key-wound (1 hole)
・Time setting: Direct key setting ・Serial No. 2663
Case material: Solid silver / Sterling silver (925)
・Case diameter 53mm (excluding crown)
・Case thickness 18mm (including crystal)
・Weight 130g
*This is an antique item and there is no other item that is exactly the same.
※If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.