Calling all Pocket Watch Buffs

CBM1590 · 2026-04-04T12:20:42-0500

I happened across this Hamilton 950B lever set and this Elgin B W Raymond in an antique shop. Both run and dials don’t have any noticeable cracks. The lever for the Hamilton Lever set seems deep (or broken off). I made an offer and they countered with $700 for the pair. This is a pretty quick transaction. Your expertise, thought, and suggestions are needed and appreciated. Thanks!

ghce · 2026-04-04T15:53:48-0500

Seems cheap.
The Hamilton may be a recase as the movement holding screw has mark adjacent to it.

CBM1590 · 2026-04-04T16:07:07-0500

ghce
Seems cheap.
The Hamilton may be a recase as the movement holding screw has mark adjacent to it.

I let them ride for the time being. I know where they are and they’ve been sitting in that case for at least 8 months according to a worker there. Listed price for the Hammy was $900. The Elgin was listed at $750 or so. I may go back and fetch them next week. It’s not but an hour and a half from me.

ghce · 2026-04-04T16:19:28-0500

I think they would both have left the shop with me both are very desirable especially the wind indicator Elgin, tasty indeed, don't delay too much.