Guinand is a well-known name in horology and this is one of their "split-second" stop watches. The idea is that when you are timing two horses, two race cars, or two of anything you have a distinct advantage with a stop watch like this one. When your first horse arrives at the finish line you can depress the pusher and one of the sweep seconds hands will stop indicating the time of the first horse while the second sweep seconds hand will continue until the second horse arrives so that you may time them both with extreme accuracy. Additionally the lower seconds hand is red to differentiate it, at a glance, from the blued steel upper sweep seconds hand. This is a very complicated task for most watches, but one which is very easy for this timepiece. It is in great running condition and is very accurate. It is housed in a chrome case that measures 49 mm in diameter, by 66 mm from the case bottom to the top of the bow, by 16 mm thick (including the crystal). The movement is a 15 jewel Valjoux, nickel movement, that looks and functions just as it did over 59 years ago. The porcelain dial looks fantastic and it sports a red 60-minute marker while all the other Arabic Numerals are black. Jut below the 12 o'clock position there is a minute recording subsidiary dial that records elapsed minutes and just above the 6 o'clock position there is a subsidiary constant seconds dial. This one was made in Locle, Switzerland as is so marked on the dial as well as its 15 jewel designation.
All of our timepieces are fully restored and come with a one-year warranty for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.
Waltham was a wonderful and prolific watch manufacturer located in Waltham, Ma. and they were in business from 1851 to 1957, in various iterations. Their earlier efforts, circa 1850, in Roxbury, MA, resulted in the Howard, Dennison & Davis moniker later changed to Boston Watch Company, then Appleton, Tracey, & Co., the American Watch Co., and finally the Waltham Watch Company. They were one of the giants of the industry and second largest only to Elgin.
This Waltham is a 1975 iteration from the Hallmark Watch Company of Chicago that purchased the rights to use the Waltham name on imported Swiss watches. This one is in fantastic condition. It is a stainless steel day/date, with central sweep seconds so that you can tell at a glance what the current day and date are. It is a 17 jewel, self-winding (automatic), with Incabloc shock absorbing springs in the balance assembly. What really makes it stand out is the day and date features, which are in opposition to one another at the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions. There is a light blue inner minute track that is interrupted by the hour markers. It is quite eye-pleasing. The red, central sweep seconds hand really sets off the look. The stainless steel case which measures 37mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 43mm top to bottom, by 13mm thick including the crystal, is a cushion shape that is very appropriate for its age. Finally, there is a unidirectional rotating bezel that allows the user to set the indicator opposite the current location of the minute hand so that elapsed time can be had from any point on the dial. The condition of this watch is near perfect and our head watchmaker has it ticking like the proverbial top. It is a great watch for the dough and our one-year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence.
In 1864, the Dueber Watch Case Company was founded in Newport, Kentucky, by John Dueber. They made pocket watch cases that were used by many of the manufacturers of watch movements. It was custom at that time to select the movement and the case separately so there was a large selection that was available to the consumer and the watch dealer alike. The Dueber Watch Case Company provided the cases for many companies, including the Hampden Watch Company, which was located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The Hampden Watch Company's product so impressed Dueber that in 1886 he purchased a controlling interest in this company. In 1888, Dueber relocated the Dueber Watch Case Company from Newport and the Hampden Watch Company from Springfield to Canton, Ohio. In this new location, the two companies shared manufacturing facilities. The Dueber Watch Case Company produced the cases for the watches that the Hampden Watch Company manufactured. In 1923, the two companies formally united together, becoming known as the Dueber-Hampden Watch Company. This particular Dueber-Hampden was made circa 1919 in the Canton, Ohio facility and it is one of their best movements. It is a 21 jewel, 2-finger bridge, with striped damascening. It is also chronometer rated, with a nickel movement that is just spectacular! It has a No. 115 caliber movement that sports a safety pinion, is adjusted to three positions, has a double roller, and a micrometric regulator. If you are not familiar with that technical jargon, suffice it to say it is a wonderful timepiece. The yellow gold filled 16 size case has a screw back and screw bezel and is in nice condition showing only minor handling wear and a nice, striped case back design with an un-engraved cartouche just waiting for your initials. The porcelain dial is perfect and it displays a nice large seconds bit with the "Chronometer" designation printed in the arch of the recess. Bold Arabic numerals and blued steel hands complete the look. This is a very desirable Hampden that is rarely seen. Our head watchmaker has it winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did 100 years ago. It is now ready for your pocket.
We, here at Father Time, are enamored of anything Elgin and this one is no exception. It is a six size, yellow gold filled, hunting case, 11 jewel, that measures 41mm in diameter, by 58mm from the bottom of the case to the top of the bow, by 12mm thick. It is a great crossover size that can be worn by a man or a woman. It is a little larger than a typical ladies pendant watch and slightly smaller than the large, so called, "turnips" that a Victorian man might carry. This size makes it perfect for today's clothing. The case is quite handsome and it has an un-engraved, raised cartouche just waiting for your family initial to be inscribed. The overall case design is still in great shape and the lids open easily. There is a reeded-edge bezel that surrounds the Roman numeral porcelain dial and it sports three blued steel hands. You can be assured that our head watchmaker has it running like the day it left the factory, way back in 1885, and our one-year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with complete confidence.
The American Waltham Watch Company (later Waltham) is one of America's oldest watchmakers. They held forth in Roxbury and later Waltham, Mass. and were one of the giants of the American watch industry. They made millions of pocket watches, but not so many wristwatches, due to the fact that they only made wristwatches until 1949. They were in business at the factory until 1957, but only in order to re-case and sell inventory on-hand. As the wristwatch rose in its ascendancy, Waltham was on the decline and, consequently, there are not many extant from this period. This Waltham, however, was made circa 1943, when they were in stiff competition for the hearts of Americans, and were happy to help with the World War II effort. It is a handsome piece to behold, housed in a stainless steel, screw-back, case with bold Lume-filled Arabic numerals and hands. The Lume no longer glows, but it is all original. It has that perfect patination of an original dial and hands. This shows the mellow color that only time can create. If you look carefully at the 10 o'clock position on the dial (in one of the photos), you can see where the radium (when it was still active) has etched its shadow on the dial surface. This means that it sat for quite a while with the hands in that position and was unused. This is great news for us today. The less a watch was used, the more life it will have in future years. This watch also has its period-appropriate white gold filled chain link band that looks fantastic. The stainless steel case measures 30mm wide (not including the crown), by 36mm from lug to lug, by 12mm thick (including the crystal). The back of the case is marked with the ORD Corps USA designation. The movement is a spotless 9 jewel engine that our watchmakers have fully restored to like-new condition mechanically. You could own this scarce watch and be the pride of the neighborhood. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one-year warranty, for parts and labor, so that you may buy with confidence.
The National Watch Company was the beginning of the famed Elgin Watch Company (the world's largest) in Elgin Illinois. Between 1864 and 1874, they operated under the National name and, only after that time, became the Elgin National Watch Company and then, finally, just Elgin. They were a giant in the industry and their legacy looms large. Since they were only operating under the National name for ten years, the watches from that era are getting scarce. This particular one is a beauty. It is an 18 size, measuring 54mm in diameter, by 77mm from top of the bow to the bottom of the case by 19mm thick. It is a 15 jewel, key-wind, key-set, full-plate watch with a gilded movement and a porcelain dial. The hands are very fancy for that day and age. Made from blued steel they are executed in a "Butterfly" form hour hand. The dial displays Roman numerals and a very large seconds bit just below the watch center. It is quite dramatic and running like all good Elgins should. Don't let this scarce early National evade you. Our one-year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence!
Talk about an unusual watch... this is it. Many ladies' pendant watches were enameled but very few in a form that represents another object. This 18K Gold and Enamel "Jockey's Cap-Form Watch" is exquisite. To gild the lily, it also has its original "Jockey's Riding Crop Pin" that completes the entire theme of the piece. The Riding Crop lays across the "Lucky Horse Shoe" that sports 5 tiny rubies. From the horseshoe hangs a short length of gold mesh chain that ends in a clip used to secure the Jockey's Cap, but is removable. The overall length of the pin from the top of the horseshoe to the crown is roughly 90mm (3.6").
The cap is decorated with 3 sections of red enamel with a delicate scalloped pattern underneath. In the gold sections of the cap, the looped and dot design is executed in blue enamel. All of the enamel is in immaculate condition. Lines of texture engraved in the gold delineate the sections of the cap, as well as around the circumference of the brim/lids. It measures 27mm wide by roughly 32mm long (not including the crown or loop on the brim) by 17.5mm thick.
The top of the hat is a lid that opens to reveal the inner cover that is engraved with initials and "Dec. 3rd, 1892" which dates the piece exactly! The underside of the lid is stamped with the "18K" mark. It's a fabulous Victorian-era piece whose style still translates to today!
It was very gently treated over the hundred plus years of its existence and it has come down to us today in magnificent condition. It is worn with the underside of the cap resting against the chest, making it look like a very elegant gold & enamel pin. Once you lift it up, the dial is revealed and the object declares itself as a wonderful timepiece. The face features Louis XIV gold hands and a porcelain dial with ornate designs fired into it. The minute track features pyramidal markers in two tones: silver at the chapters and gold for the minutes. The black Arabic numerals are clear and easy to read, and an additional gold dot design in between the numerals ornaments them. Finally, a small gold radiating design around the center shaft adds some interest to the middle of the dial.
The only restoration that it required was a thorough cleaning, oiling, and regulating. It has a Swiss 10 jewel, cylinder escapement movement that is as beautiful as the day it was made. It is a "pin-set" mechanism and the crown sits at the back of the cap for easy winding. Our head watchmaker has it running like the proverbial top! Wow! This is one for the ages... don't miss it.
You may be familiar with the famous LeCoultre "Memovox," well this is the same movement but made to be carried in your pocket or purse and used while traveling, at your bedside. It comes with its own leather pouch to protect it when traveling.
It has a rotating inner dial that is set by the second crown and indicated by an arrow that points to the time the watch will alarm. Once you wind the separate mainspring to power the alarm function and set the inner dial, all is in ready until the appointed time. Once the alarm is triggered, it can be shut off by depressing the alarm crown and/or moving the arrow (on the inner dial) to a new position. Or, if you don't wish to use the alarm, simply let the mainspring power down. LeCoultre is a legendary Swiss watch manufacturer and everything they turned their hand to was perfection. Their manufacture stemmed from the many inventions that they produced. Founded in 1833, they invented a machine to cut steel pinions for watches and went on to produce hundreds of inventions and thousands of calibers in the years since. One of the most impressive accomplishments, achieved in 1844, was the invention of the "Millionmeter," the world's most precise measuring instrument. In 1847, they invented a device that did away with key winding and, by 1866, the first manufacture under one roof in the Valle de Joux. This is one of their really elegant watches and one that is becoming scarce... especially in 18k solid gold! In 1950, the manufacture released the Memovox, or the “voice of memory.” Its striking mechanism could be used as an alarm for waking up, appointments, timetables, etc. The first models were hand wound and equipped with the Jaeger-LeCoultre calibre 489.
In 1955, LeCoultre made this interesting pocket alarm. It is a stellar piece, which can be yours. Remember, all of our timepieces come with our famous one year warranty, for parts and labor, so that you may buy with confidence. This one is a real classic... don't miss it!
The "Memovox" was first introduced by Jaeger-LeCoultre, circa 1950/51, employing the manually wound, 17 jewel, Calibre 489. The name "Memovox" is a composite of two Latin word, Memor (remembering) and Vox (voice), meaning "the voice of remembering," an apt choice for a timepiece that "remembers the time". While we are quite jaded today by all the electronic devices that will tell us the time, that was not so years ago when alarm watches were quite the innovative personal possession. Make sure you take a look at the "Zoom-In" photos to get the real feel of the beauty of this wonderful watch. The yellow gold filled case measures 44mm long, by 46mm at its widest, by 11mm thick (including the crystal). You set the inner alarm dial by pulling out the crown in the eleven o'clock position and rotating the crown counterclockwise. You would position the triangular indicator opposite the time that you wished to have the alarm sound. You would also wind the spring that causes this effect by using this same crown. The crown that winds the timekeeping mainspring is in the one o'clock position and it functions like any other manual wind watch. Don't forget, all of our timepieces are warrantied for one-year, for parts and labor, so that you may buy with confidence.
Tissot has been a luxury brand since its founding in 1853 in Le Locle, Switzerland. They have been revered for their quality since day one and have been a brand that has stood the test of time. This watch is one of the nicest condition Tissots that we have ever had! Not only is it pristine, but it is also beautifully styled. The silvered dial just gleams with an elegance you rarely see today. The stainless steel case measures 34 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 40.5 mm in lug to lug, by 9.5 mm in thick (including the crystal) which is as smooth as a baby's behind. This Tissot "Seastar" has a 17 jewel movement that winds, sets, and performs like the day it was made. When you strap this one on your wrist it really becomes a handsome addition to a real male's wardrobe. What makes this particular watch a stand out is the elegant sleek design of the case and dial. This is not only a graceful watch, but very handsome one as well. Like all Father Time watches, it has been completely restored and is running just like new! Look at the case back - it's virtually devoid of wear! When you see a chewed up back on a watch you know what you'll find on the inside! Not this one! This one has been carefully worn and serviced over the years. With continued care and maintenance you can have this elegant timepiece for a lifetime.
Don't be alarmed! This watch will make a statement on your wrist! It's an 10K yellow gold-filled LeCoultre "Memovox" alarm, gentleman's oversize wristwatch that measures 35mm in diameter (without the crown), by 39mm lug to lug, by 11mm thick (including the crystal).
It has a rotating inner dial that is set by the second crown and indicated by an arrow that points to the time the watch will alarm. Once you wind the separate mainspring that will power the alarm function and set the inner dial all is in ready until the appointed time. Once the alarm is triggered it can be shut off by depressing the alarm crown and/or moving the arrow, on the inner dial, to a new position. Or, if you don't wish to use the alarm, simply let the mainspring power down. The slightly larger size of this watch really catches the eye due to its "cushion shaped" case. Not only is this a fabulous alarm watch but it also has a date feature with a window at the 3 o'clock position! LeCoultre is a legendary Swiss watch manufacturer and every thing they turned their hand to was perfection. Their manufacture stemmed from the many inventions that they produced. Founded in 1833, they invented a machine to cut steel pinions for watches and went on to produce hundreds of inventions and thousands of calibers in the years since. One of the most impressive accomplishments, achieved in 1844, was the invention of the Millionmeter the world's most precise measuring instrument. In 1847, they invented a device that did away with key winding, and by 1866 the first manufacture under one roof in the Valle de Joux. This is one of their really elegant watches and one that is becoming scarce...especially in 18k solid gold! In 1950, the Manufacture released the Memovox, or the “voice of memory”. Its striking mechanism could be used as an alarm for waking up, appointments, timetables, etc. The first models were hand wound and equipped with the Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 489.
In 1956, a Memovox featuring the Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 815 became the first self-winding alarm watch in history, while shortly thereafter the company made this watch the caliber K911 with the date feature as well. It is a stellar piece which can be yours. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one year warranty, for parts and labor, so that you may buy with confidence. This one is a real classic... don't miss it!
The "Memovox" was first introduced by Jaeger-LeCoultre circa 1950/51 employing the manually wound Calibre 489. The name "Memovox" is a composite of two Latin word, Memor (remembering) and Vox (voice), meaning "the voice of remembering," an apt choice for a timepiece that "remembers the time". While we are quite jaded today by all the electronic devices that will tell us the time that was not so years ago when alarm watches were quite the innovative personal possession. Make sure you take a look at the "Zoom-In" photos to get the real feel of the beauty of this wonderful watch. You set the inner alarm dial by pulling out the crown in the two o'clock position and rotating the crown counterclockwise. You would position the triangular indicator opposite the time that you wished to have the alarm sound. You would also wind the spring that causes this effect by using this same crown. The crown that winds the timekeeping mainspring is in the 4 o'clock position and it functions like any other manual wind watch. Don't forget all of our timepieces are warrantied for one-year, for parts and labor, so that you may buy with confidence.
The firm was founded in 1895 by Moise Dreyfuss in the Swiss town of La Chaux de Fonds. Rotary is still owned by the Dreyfuss Group.
The founder, Moise Dreyfuss, was dedicated to creating beautiful watches with timeless elegance. His attention to detail and insistence on first class personal service ensured the business grew quickly. Within 12 years of the founding of the company, their success led to the opening of a UK office.
In 1925, the now famous winged Rotary logo was introduced and after the war, under the leadership of Teddy Dreyfuss, the brand developed further, with innovative watches, sophisticated marketing and powerful advertising campaigns. This particular Rotary is in such nice condition and our head watch maker has pointed out that this particular model has a solid gold escape wheel and fork, a rarely seen combination. What makes it handsome for me is the wonderful two-tone dial. It has been perfectly preserved and the lume on the Arabic Numerals and in the blued-steel skeletonized hands has aged to that mellow yellow color we search for but rarely find. The dial center is a matte silver and the chapter ring is a matte white that is encompassed in a gold ring just outside the chapters. Next to that is a delineated minute track. Just above the 6 o'clock position, there is a good size seconds bit that is just slightly recessed and above which, in an arc, the designation "17 jewels". The combination and originality is just spectacular! The stainless steel case which measures 30.5mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 37mm lug to lug, by 9mm thick (including the crystal), is in great condition showing only very minor handling wear. The case back is engraved with the following information from the factory: waterproof, non-magnetic, incabloc, and finally the serial number. It is a screw-down back that seals beautifully.
Stunning and rare are two terms you might use to describe this Hamilton, 10K yellow gold filled, "Seckron" Duo Dial Doctor's Wristwatch. This design was made to be promoted to doctors with an extra large second hand that made it easy to read, as opposed to conventional subsidiary second hands. This made it very easy to take pulses. Because it had a limited target market, it was sold in small numbers making it quite scarce today. It is in excellent original condition, something that is rarely found in today's market. Two case styles were introduced, one in 1936 that had a rigidly rectangular case that was prone to wear at the corners and then in 1941 the one we are offering here, with a slightly curved case and a more streamlined shape that was right on target for fashion of the time. This version is actually scarcer than the earlier one due to the start of WWII when production was curtailed. The 10K yellow gold filled case is in great condition overall. Gorgeous original dial with great patina. Excellent crystal and crown. Inside, the hand winding, 17 jewel movement (cal. 980 A) is running strong and keeping excellent time having just been serviced by our master watchmaker. This watch employs the 980 A with special gearing for the dial train. We have fitted it with a new, high quality De Beers crocodile strap with yellow gold tone buckle. The case measures 21 mm wide (not including the crown) by 42mm lug to lug, by 9mm thick (including the crystal). Like everything else in the vintage and antique world, condition is everything!!!
This one is the nicest original Hamilton "Seckron" we have had in over 40 years. I think that the original condition of the dial is what seduces you on first glance. It has the patina of the age and speaks to what this watch must have seen during its life here since 1940. If it could only speak!