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Calling all Pocket Watch Buffs

Léon P
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@Léon P ,

Thanks for joining us with your intriguing artifact. The name OUDIN is still with us.

https://www.oudin.com

I have included a link to a Wikipedia item about the material, jet. It is found in England and France. In the Victorian era, jet was very popular for use in decorative items, and especially jewellery.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jet_(gemstone)

I have also included a link to an article discussing jet as used in jewellery.

https://geology.com/gemstones/jet/

Do I detect stampings on the one component that might indicate the material used in the metal components? Sterling silver?

The landscape version of the pictures that shows the whole item leads me to believe this might have been a lapel or pendant watch that would be worn by a lady. What else do you collect?

Thank you for the warm welcome, and for the links regarding Oudin, gems and jet.

There are two hallmarks on the piece, as well as the word DEPOSE; I haven't been able to unlock the secrets of the two French hallmarks, as yet, as they're worn from age and use. I do know that under the watch mechanism (it is held in place with a hinge) there is a metal cup with markings, which I will photograph as soon as possible; the members are certain to know much more about this than I, and I look forward to any and all information!

I don't know that I would be considered to be a collector of watches. I have my daily watch, which was a Christmas present in 1982; an Omega Manhattan Constellation (I know, I know, but I was a kid when it was given to me and I cherish it), as well as a few other watches which I've acquired over the years, because I have a thing for fine design and craftsmanship. A Mathy-Tissot 14K tank watch with covered lugs from the 1940s, one or two Omegas, a Universal Geneve, as well as some others which caught my fancy. I've found some very pretty pocket watches, fobs and chains, which are fun to look at.

I suppose that my hobbies include collecting pieces from the Art Nouveau and Art Déco periods, Japanese Cloisonné, French art glass, as well as my Triumph GT6+ sports car, which I maintain myself and drive quite a bit. Also, I play the clarinet and have a collection of Leblanc clarinets, all of which I have restored myself and play daily; my model of choice is the Leblanc LL. I restore a few clarinets each year and sell them on eBay (I hope that I can mention that site without breaking any rules!).

That's really about it. I'm hoping to learn quite a bit about watches and horology by being a member here!
 
Canuck
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We welcome pictures. So while you have your camera out, please send more. I have a small collection of violins (3) which I play regularly. When COVID is over, I will be back playing with several groups I regularly play with. I have a Boosey & Hawkes cornet which my late grandfather played before royalty, in the Crystal Palace, in London. That was in the Victorian era. He also played it in the London Police Brass Band circa 1890, and in South Africa. I too have watches. How many varies week to week, but presently, about 60 each, pocket and wrist, a dozen (or so) clocks, and two marine chronometers. If you were to scan through this thread, you’ll find lots of watches to admire. Please stick around. You are among kin!
 
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The pocket watch database.com calls that a grade 274. The Meggers & Ehrhardt “blue book” lists the grade 274 as having been made with two different plate layouts. The @TexOmega contribution is one of them. The data attached shows a different pattern on the plates, and the “blue book” calls the plates “damasked”. This pattern is different, yet. This grade was used extensively in private label watches, including Burlington. The name “Supreme” on the dial doesn’t constitute a named grade for the movement. The movement in the “blue book” is classed as a “nameless numbered” grade.

https://pocketwatchdatabase.com/search/result/illinois/4481986

The dial is attractive, but the case (to use @TexOmega ’s description) is “killer”! Outstanding.
 
cineaste
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This sold for around $50 on Ebay recently, but i stopped bidding since I do not collect pocket watches. I was really tempted to buy it though!

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Canuck
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@cineaste

Welcome to the cuckoos nest, here on what we call THE pocket watch forum. Stick around and learn about pocket watches. Learn from the watches others post, and absorb some of the knowledge about the watches shown. As you learn about these wonderful timepieces, you will probably begin to pay less attention to “cheap” stuff, and find yourself more comfortable considering a watch for its virtues, rather than just low price! And if you do stumble on a watch you like, get back to us with a picture, and maybe we can advise you. Pocket watches are MUCH more interesting than wrist watches.
 
noelekal
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Love the numeral markers on your candidate cineaste. Thanks for posting it.
 
Léon P
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Canuck Canuck
We welcome pictures. So while you have your camera out, please send more. I have a small collection of violins (3) which I play regularly. When COVID is over, I will be back playing with several groups I regularly play with. I have a Boosey & Hawkes cornet which my late grandfather played before royalty, in the Crystal Palace, in London. That was in the Victorian era. He also played it in the London Police Brass Band circa 1890, and in South Africa. I too have watches. How many varies week to week, but presently, about 60 each, pocket and wrist, a dozen (or so) clocks, and two marine chronometers. If you were to scan through this thread, you’ll find lots of watches to admire. Please stick around. You are among kin!


Ask and ye shall receive! 😜

I have more watches than I thought! The Manhattan is worn almost every day and I've had it since 1982; it's even been to the bottom of the Tiber in Rome, when a friend and I made a wrong turn on a Vespa and ended up in the river!
The 18K Rose Gold 1958 267 Omega has an Omega RG plated buckle, but it's faded. I've found a correct RG plated buckle, as well as an 18K Rose Gold buckle.
The rest is a bit of a hodge podge, and I'm including one crazy piece that was a "have to have" when I saw it 20 years ago. Enjoy the silly!
 
Léon P
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Fritz Fritz
And those all fit in your pocket?!

oops..... Where's my flasher trench coat when I need it!!! lol
I have to dig out the pocket watches next, and take photos of them. I'll get back on the proper topic, so help me!!🙄
 
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Léon P Léon P
oops..... Where's my flasher trench coat when I need it!!! lol
I have to dig out the pocket watches next, and take photos of them. I'll get back on the proper topic, so help me!!🙄

Your wrist watches are not the first ones to be shown in this thread. I admire the quality of your collection. But you are welcome here, whatever you have to post.
 
Alpha
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A totally different time 😀

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Fritz
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Alpha Alpha
A totally different time 😀

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I’m sure roasting behind a window on a sunny day keeps the lubricants healthy in those poor things.
 
JimInOz
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Fritz Fritz
I’m sure roasting behind a window on a sunny day keeps the lubricants healthy in those poor things.

Sunny day?

In Scotland?

😉
 
LesXL
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Sunny day?

In Scotland?

😉
You'd be amazed by seeing all Mr. @Alpha 's WRUW pictures with a sunny background. I don't believe he is Photoshopping them 😀)
 
Alpha
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Sun often shines in Scotland, just don't blink or you may miss it 😉

Jim you must have experienced some sunshine on your travels of Scotland ?
 
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