Elgin is a brand that is known worldwide and, we here at Father Time, see a good many Elgin watches that were made over the 100 years that they were in business. In almost every instance, we can restore these wonderful timepieces to the timekeeping ability that Elgin originally intended them to have... a testament to their quality. Elgin can certainly be proud of what they accomplished, because they had an excellent product that has stood the test of time.
This particular Elgin is a 12 size, open face, white gold-filled, with a silvered two-tone dial in the Art Deco style that was popular in the 1920s. It sports blued steel hands that really stand out for easy reading and a handsome look. The white gold-filled case measures 44 mm in diameter, by 56 mm (including the bow), by 10.5 mm thick (including the crystal). It houses a 17 jewel movement that is in fantastic condition.
Both bezels have foliate engraving that just looks spectacular. The case back has a very fine striped pattern with a central cartouche that contains the initial "S." It is so tastefully executed that anyone can enjoy it, even if your name does not start with an "S." Even the bow is engraved to match the bezels. Our head watchmaker has it winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did way back in 1923. This really nice Art Deco Elgin pocket watch can be yours for not that much dough. It is fully restored and warrantied for one year for parts and labor.
Purse watches are a thing of the past, but what an elegant fashion. This is essentially a wristwatch head that has been fashioned to reside in beautiful sterling silver case that is elegantly enameled in black and yellow. Juvenia, the manufacturer, is world renowned for precision and accuracy. This watch can be used in one's purse, worn around the neck as a pendant, or on the end of a pocket watch chain for the pocket – it is very versatile. The case measures 33 mm in width when closed, by 49 mm long (including the bow), by 12 mm thick (when closed). It is 38 mm tall when open. The silvered dial (with a slight yellow tint, that appears more strident in the photos) measures 20 mm by 25 mm. The movement is a 15 jewel, typical wristwatch movement for the period, circa 1925. It is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did way back in 1925. There is even a wonderful guilloche pattern under the yellow enamel that produces an interesting texture (barely discernable in the photos). It adds definite eye appeal. It is one of the nicest examples we have had the pleasure to own after 42 years in the business... and it can be yours!
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 1957 as one of the last available. It is a handsome piece to behold housed in a large (for the era) yellow gold filled, round case with a stainless steel back for wearing longevity. The yellow case measures 35 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 42.5 mm from lug to lug, by 10.5 mm thick (including the crystal). The movement is a spotless 17 jewel engine that our watchmakers have fully restored to like-new condition mechanically. It sports a yellow gold filled expansion band of the period to complete the look. 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.
This is a special watch made by the Swiss Parker Watch Company circa 1935. It was made to be given to an employee that had given "distinguished service" during his or her employment at the car company, Chevrolet. This particular watch was presented in 1935 to William Esfleer. It is an 18 jewel movement that is running like the proverbial top. The chrome case measures 27 mm wide (not including the crown), by 35 mm lug to lug, by 9.5 mm thick (including the crystal). It is in great shape and it looks like it may have been worn only on special occasions. The Art Deco styling is undeniable. There are stylized "arrowhead" markers at the chapters and the seconds bit at 6 o'clock echoes the crystal shape. Three gold hands tell us the time, while the "Chevrolet" logo proudly displays itself just beneath the 12 o'clock position. Everything about this interesting watch says it's a wonderful vintage piece. The dial has that perfect patina that only comes with age and proper care. If you are a car buff or you know one that would appreciate a very unusual vintage watch then grab this one! Our one-year warranty will allow you to 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 particular Waltham is a 17 jewel, adjusted, white gold-filled, wandering seconds, open face pocket watch. It is such a beautiful watch in the Art Deco style that you will want to take it out of your pocket at every opportunity. The 12 size case measures 44 mm in diameter, by 52 mm (from the case bottom to the top of the bow), by 10 mm thick (including the crystal). The silvered, two-tone dial is in fantastic condition and it displays a rotating disc just above the 6 o'clock position where the "wandering seconds dial" can be observed.
As an added bonus, the back has an inlaid blue & black enamel design that frames the unengraved cartouche meant for your family initials. The case middle has an ornately engraved protruding edge that allows the user an easy grip. Yes, everything about this watch is spectacular... including the condition of the movement. It is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did after the crash of the stock market in 1929. I don't ever recall having a nicer one of these scarce watches after being in the business for over 42 years. Don't miss it... we have only one!
Gruen is one of our favorite brands here at Father Time and this watch is representative of why we are enamored of this company. First, the shape is a classic square with a slight cushion shape to the case. Secondly, the dial is the model of subtle design. It sports a "gunsight crosshair" configuration with a slightly-recessed seconds bit at the six o'clock position that has a "gunsight crosshair" configuration of its own. The chapters have elongated "arrowhead" markers which are slightly longer at the cardinal points and which are the perfect compliment to the "dagger" hands. The pale, yellow, gold-filled case (with stainless steel back for wearing longevity) measures 31 mm wide (not including the crown), by 39 mm lug to lug, by 10 mm thick (including the crystal). The 17 jewel movement is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did way back in 1965. It is a great timekeeper that you can rely on everyday. Here is a really nice example of Gruen's production that won't break the bank. Our one-year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to own it with confidence.
Hamilton, the best American manufacturer of wristwatches, made the "Clark" model back in 1936 and the classic styling of the watch has made it a popular watch ever since! The case is 14 yellow gold-filled, and it has slightly curved, rilled lugs that give it a certain panache. The case measures 21 mm wide (not including the crown) by 43 mm lug-to-lug by 9 mm thick (including the crystal) and it has a very nice 19 jewel movement that is running perfectly. Our head watchmaker has it winding, setting, and keeping time just like it did before I was born! The sterling silver dial with 18k gold markers has a creamy finish that is all original. It has a great looking, "tonneau" shaped seconds bit at the 6 o'clock position that mimics the case shape and Arabic numerals at all the chapters but the six. The case back bears the initials ("JJF") of the original owner. If they could only talk ...just think of the stories they would tell. Here's a cool Hamilton that comes from the best manufacturer in America. Long rectangular, curved wristwatches were all the rage in the mid to late 1930's and, if you didn't own one, you just weren't 'The Cat's Meow"! You have the chance to experience Hamilton's great engineering and wonderful design, if you pull the trigger and call us to reserve this one for you. 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 can be yours!
This is a very nice 15 jewel Wittnauer rectangular wristwatch from 1950. It is a yellow gold-filled gentlemen's watch that could easily be worn by a woman. The yellow gold-filled case measures 21 mm wide (not including the crown), by 37 mm lug to lug, by 8.5 mm thick (including the crystal)... a great size for the smaller wrist. It is in excellent condition and our head watchmaker has it winding, setting, and keeping time just as the factory specs dictated it should, over 71 years ago. The silvered, two-tone dial is all original and is sporting some very desirable patina that all aficionados like. The seconds bit hand is blued steel to give it a contrast with the gold hands and Arabic numerals at all the chapters. Also, notice that the shape of the seconds bit surround and the silvered dial center mimic the overall case shape... a nice design touch.
The A. Wittnauer Co. was the exclusive sales agent for Longines, starting in 1880, initiating a marriage that would stand the test of 114 years. In 1936, the Wittnauer family sold their interests, and the brand was renamed the Longines-Wittnauer Co., a name that became so burnished in the public lexicon, that most people assume Longines and Wittnauer watches are one and the same. In fact, they produced different movements that were very individual to their brand. Wittnauer was a Swiss company that made very nice watches, and this one is exceptionally nice. Our one-year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence... don't miss it.
Would you like a wonderful entry-level Swiss wristwatch that will serve you for years to come. If so, this may be the watch for you. The A. Wittnauer Co. was the exclusive sales agent for Longines starting in 1880, initiating a marriage that would stand the test of 114 years. In 1936, the Wittnauer family sold their interests and the brand was renamed the Longines-Wittnauer Co., a name that became so burnished in the public lexicon, that most people assume Longines and Wittnauer watches are one and the same. In fact, they produced different movements that were very individual to their brand. Wittnauer was a Swiss company that made very nice watches, and this one is exceptionally nice as it is a dress watch in a yellow gold filled case with a stainless steel back that measures 28 mm in width (without the crown), by 39 mm lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal). The silvered dial displays elongated stylized Arabic numerals that give it a real period style. We have fitted it with a dark brown trilled band that suits it to a "T". It has a seventeen jewel movement that is in excellent running condition and is representative of watches made in the early 1950s. Our one-year warranty, for parts and labor, will allow you to buy with confidence!
The French displayed their penchant for great design when they designed these wonderful Art Deco mantel clocks. The simplicity of the design and gracefulness of the style became magnetic for the buying public in France, as well as England during the 1930s, 1940s, and into the 1950s. We have converted the old 30-hour movements into modern, battery-operated quartz movements, so that you needn't wind it everyday, but you have all the benefits of wonderful style and panache in a great looking Art Deco timepiece. The rose marble looks fantastic being centered by a black dial center and contrasted with original gold hands. The spelter polychrome birds sit atop a beautiful striated gray marble base. It is a very subtle Art Deco mantle clock that can be yours. Our one-year warranty for parts and labor will allow you to buy with confidence.
We just love the style of these Art Deco marble clocks and we are delighted when we find one that not only has great style but with a full garniture set as well. Many of these clocks were made in the 1940s with 30-hour wind-up movements, much like alarm clocks of the period. What they lacked in quality movements was made-up for with the design of the marble cases and metal adornments. When we find one, we will install a new, battery operated, quartz movement in these beautiful cases to give the clock the reliability of modern technology with none of the hassle of daily winding and dubious timekeeping.
You can purchase one of these great looking clocks for less than it would cost to restore one of the original movements... and it comes with a one-year warranty for parts and labor. This particular clock features an inclined case and two matching garniture side pieces The clock measures 14" wide (at the base), by 8.5" tall, by 4" in depth It is rose hued marble with black sides and back. The garniture side pieces match the motif. The dial has Roman Numerals and is a nice mellow color. The original skeletonized silver hands make it really stand out. This one would look great almost anywhere in your home... don't miss it!
Born in Denmark circa 1745, Jørgen Jürgensen was to become the founding father of the horological dynasty that became Jules Jürgensen in 1814. He was the father of Danish watchmaking, after receiving Royal support and training apprentices to create a domestic industry. His son, Urban Jürgensen took over operations after his father's death after training to become one of the best watchmakers in the world at that time.
Jules Jürgensen watches were later produced in Switzerland until 1957, and from 1834 to 1912 the company was garnered over 34 awards for excellence. To this very day, the company is revered for their prowess in horology and their elegant timepieces.
The Jules Jürgensen dress watch that we present here is a watch to be wished for! It is a wonderful 14k solid yellow gold watch with a silvered dial from the mid-1950s that is in wonderful condition. The case measures 33 mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 42 mm lug to lug, by 11 mm thick (including the crystal). Don't miss the spectacular "Crab Leg Lugs" that really set this watch apart in terms of refined style! You won't find many other watches with this case and lug configuration out there! We have fitted it with a nice black croco grain band that suits it well as a dress piece.
Next, make sure you take a gander at the impressive and subtle domed dial. It does show some patina due to its age, but it is less evident in person and the classic style still shines through. The dauphine hands pair beautifully with the gold triangular applied hour markers around the dial. At the cardinal points sit the applied Arabic numerals 3, 6, 9, 12. The arrow sweep second hand points at the dotted minute track around the outside of the dial for added functionality. Below the 12 is the brand name "Jules Jürgensen" with the "Estd 1740" tag line just underneath. Above the 6 is just the "Automatic" designation, finishing off the clean styling.
Inside, it sports a Swiss 17 jewel, automatic movement that is spotless. Our head watchmaker has it running, winding, and setting like the day it made its way here to America. This rare find can be yours, and with our 1 year warranty for parts and labor, you can buy with confidence!