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Cuban Longines Pocket Watch...

  1. ainterian Aug 13, 2018

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    Belonged to my grandfather... apparently, Cuervo y Sobrinos was a popular jeweler in early 20th century Havana. Pretty cool! I wonder what the original hands looked like...
     
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  2. Oku Aug 13, 2018

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    My guess is hands should look like this
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  3. jmazpiazu Aug 13, 2018

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  4. ainterian Aug 13, 2018

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    Wow, stunning pieces. I haven't posted on OF in a while, but these lightning quick and informative responses remind me that OF is one of the best. Thank you.
     
  6. Dan S Aug 14, 2018

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    Lovely case. It's hard to know what hands were original, but I agree, "whip and spade" hands would look very appropriate. As you may know, the movement serial number dates it to ~1907.
     
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  7. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Aug 14, 2018

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    I believe a good restoration watchmaker can source those hands as part of a service.
     
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  8. Oku Aug 14, 2018

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    Not my watch. Found it in Google. It was an ebay auction. .
     
  9. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Aug 14, 2018

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    Here’s the translation of a Spanish language forum post with the history of Cuervo y Sobrinos.

    https://translate.googleusercontent...700201&usg=ALkJrhhpj_i2kxz1lVSjexjO086aeyUMxA

    These silver cases are called “Niello” and were typical of pocket watches sold by Cuervo in the early 1900’s.

    The case needs extensive work, which may not be able to be replicated now given the toxic nature of the niello process.

    The movement should be able to be fixed and period correct hands fitted. The dial looks to be in good condition.

    Good luck with the project.
    gatorcpa
     
  10. ainterian Aug 15, 2018

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    Very interesting, thank you for sharing gatorcpa! I always value your insights.