What’s the oldest watch you have? And why?

I sold a variety of Swiss and non-swiss brands for a long time when I worked as a jeweller. At the same time, I developed an interest in antique jewellery and watches.

So whether is cheap or expensive, working or not, 5 years old or 100+ years old, what’s the oldest watch you own? Is it a sentimental piece or something you purchased because of its model?

Just hoping to find out about some more different watches out there!

  • Autiflips@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Right now, an 1890 french pocketwatch, which I’m still in the process of repairing. Not far off is the 1910 Illenois pocketwatch that I built to be a nice carry.

    I bought the movement first, because it seemed to be in decent condition, was of high quality, and very nicely decorated. The dial that was on it was good, had a very nice design, and would clean up well.

    I bought a gold plated case for it after I restored the movement (there was more wrong with it than I thought, but I got it done) and now it runs, keeps time well, and I do wear it from time to time.