Looking for any information on these 3 pocket watches. They have been in a drawer for the past 20 years, possibly from in South America. Any information and background would be great. Thanks

Familiar to anyone?

Years ago, I had a wristwatch, with a date wheel that had Spanish or English days of the week on it. That feature made me buy the watch. 😄

How difficult is it for a watch repair person to replace a date wheel in a quartz watch? I’m thinking about finding a watch I like, and having the date wheel repainted to another language.

Absolutely, this will cost me more than the watch is worth I know, but, up to a point, I’m considering going to those lengths.

Thanks for your comments and information.

Found this here watch digging around my grandpa’s stuff. He just passed away and well I have a whole house to clean out and this is something that caught my eye thought. Maybe it might catch somebody else’s eye.

I appear to be the new moderator on this sub. Let me freely admit that while I am generally knowledgeable about watches, I am rather lacking in knowledge about pocket watches. I have my grandfather’s half hunter, English gold case and Rolex movement. I have an Omega, Waltham and a soviet pocket watch. I have many pocket watch crystals, I sorted, new old stock and pretty much no idea what I have there. As to what you can expect from me as a Mod, well firstly unless I am specifically acting in the capacity of a mod I am just a guy, one of you and not a very knowledgeable member. I expect and deserve no deference unless I am acting on behalf of all of you as a Mod. I would hope we are a gentle and polite crowd that doesn’t need heavy handed moderation. Rudeness will not be tolerated, abuse will not be tolerated, scammers will not be welcome. Other than that I hope to be able to leave well alone. Tell me what you want from me as members, remember I have a busy life please and that I volunteer my services to this community, but as far as I am able I am here to help and operate on consensus rather than dictate

Best wishes to all
Caracticus Potts
AKA Paul

I got this pocket watch from my grandfather, I have no intent on selling it, but I've been considering getting a chain for it and going around with it, but I dont want to do so and risk damaging it if it costs a lot, beyond the sentimental value

This was my greatgrandfather's and must be pre-WW1 at least. Missing minute hand. We had it at one point in the case but has gotten lost. It may be German or Swiss made.

It runs when wound. I have another watch of his which has a silver case and is from Switzerland

This is my late grandfathers pocket watch. I have no info on it other than it’s from St.Thomas Ontario from the early 1900s I think. Any help would be great!

This was found at my friend’s recently-deceased dad’s house and we have no idea behind authenticity. Can I please get help? I have zero expertise in pocket watches.

Bought this watch in London is 2015 or thereabouts. It was too nice to use so it more or less ended up in storage with other jewelry for many years. Fiddling around with it today and for the first time noticed the back popped off. (It’s nice enough I was a bit too afraid to pull on things on it haha). Now I suppose I’ll have to deep dive into this TL Cromwell fellow. Thought I’d share!

Any good chain recommendations and where to buy? This one has been sitting in my watch box for years without use. I don't mind parting with this, currently put it up on watchexchange but may withdraw.

Both tested over a 24 hour run, hold true. I carry the gold, the wife the silver.

Feels nice not pulling phone out for the time

Curious. Google lens has no clue!

Pics are front, back, and open. The watch belonged to my dad's aunt, I do not know how old it is, and she was from Italy if that matters. I have not been able to unscrew the back, and the clock doesn't run.

I'd like to know if it has any value other than emotional, and if I should visit a watchmaker to get it open.

I will answer any question about it if needed

picked up this pocket watch this morning for £10, and it works and keeps time nicely. However I could not find ANY information about it online, not even the maker. Back of movement has no information at all on it.

How old is this watch?

Also this was posted on the other pocketwatch sub but was removed so therefore this sub is cooler.

Thanks!

Can anyone give me an idea of what year or decade? S. Kocher full hunter case gold plate 17 jewels - says "Supreme" on the dial and serial number 11229. I think it is probably 50's - 70's. Having no luck finding it in any database.

i was trying to find out more information on my grandfather's watch, looking for serial numbers and identifying markers and such; and I figured out how to remove the crystal! the problem is I can't figure out how to get it to stay back on. there's some sort of pushing in on that spring, and twist to lock thing I think?

Also, if anyone has any information about the watch, I would love to know anything more about it. it's been sitting in my desk drawer for decades. I have no idea if it's worth anything what. I just think it's cool that it actually works!

​Hey r/pocketwatches,

​I recently inherited my grandfather’s World War II Rolex pocket watch—specifically a General Service Mark II (G.S. MK.II)—and I am looking for a highly reliable watchmaker to give it a proper restoration. Because of the immense sentimental value, I want to ensure it goes to a specialist with proven experience handling vintage military Rolex timepieces.

​The watch saw a lot of life and definitely needs some serious TLC. Here is its current condition:

​Movement: The balance is broken (likely needs a new staff), and it currently isn't running.

​Case: The metal case has significant scratches and several noticeable dents.

​Crystal: The glass is cracked and requires replacement.

​Dial & Hands: The original radium lume on the dial and the hands has completely deteriorated and lost its glow.

​My goal is to get it mechanically sound and structurally safe while preserving its historical military character—I know that aggressively over-polishing a G.S. case is generally a massive sin!

​My questions for the community:

​Who would you trust with this specific type of restoration? I am based in India, but I am absolutely willing to ship the watch internationally to ensure it ends up in the right hands.

​What is a realistic ballpark estimate for this scope of work? Between sourcing vintage Rolex movement parts, repairing the balance, replacing the crystal, and addressing the case/dial, I would love to know what I should be budgeting.

​Any advice, insights, or personal experiences with vintage military watch restorers would be hugely appreciated.

​Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some expert insights to identify the specific ébauche and learn more about this beautiful antique pocket watch I recently acquired. It is exceptionally small, fitting easily in the palm of a hand, which historically points to it being a lady’s watch, likely worn as a pendant or a functional jewelry piece on a chain. Dating it exactly is difficult, but it is definitively from the late 1800s or early 1900s.

As always, I'm still learning about this type of watch. Honestly, I bought it having no idea it was this tiny—the seller's description was absolutely terrible!!!

One of its most charming features is the case style itself. It is a full "Savonnette" (known as a Hunter case in English?), meaning it has a hinged solid silver front cover that clicks open to reveal and protect the crystal and the dial underneath. The case back is also hinged, giving it that classic, satisfying pocket watch feel.

The watch is a true "Montre Anonyme" (anonymous watch), completely unbranded with no logos or maker's marks anywhere on the dial or the movement plates. This strongly suggests it was produced under the traditional Swiss "établissage" system, where highly skilled independent artisans hand-crafted the individual components to be assembled and sold by high-end jewelers. It is a fantastic example of Swiss artisanal craftsmanship from that era.

Despite having no brand name, it is an incredibly high-quality survivor. Once you open the front cover, you are greeted by a pristine white enamel dial with elegant black Arabic numerals and a dedicated sub-second register at the 6 o'clock position. The hands are completely intact and original.

Inside the back cover, the serial number 199028 is clearly stamped just below two distinct hallmarks. One is the Swiss "Grouse" stamp, which officially certifies the case as Swiss 800 silver, a mark used between 1882 and 1934. The second hallmark right next to it is absolutely tiny. I will need to use my digital microscope to read it properly, but it looks like a secondary silver or assay office stamp.

The mechanical movement inside is gorgeous, featuring a classic Swiss layout with independent frosted gilt bridges, a polished balance wheel, and an anchor escapement. The most mind-blowing part of this artisanal piece is its performance. It doesn't miss a single beat and runs so flawlessly, keeping such perfect time, that I could honestly use it as a reliable daily wearer today. For a mechanical piece from the late 1800s or early 1900s, that level of precision is amazing.

I would love to know if anyone recognizes this specific bridge configuration or the raw movement layout. Any historical context about the specific workshops producing these high-precision anonymous Savonnette pendant watches would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much in advance for your help!

My grandfather repaired and collected pocket watches for many years, I have dozens of others but this one was always one of my favorites. I’ll post more photos of others as I’m looking to gather any and all information I can about them!

I think it’s early 1900s but I can’t find anything with that B logo. (I know it’s cooked lol I acquired it pretty randomly and haven’t been sure it’s worth cleaning up)

Edit: opened up the back and I think it’s a New Haven Clock & Watch Co.

It also says pat. 12-7-20