If it means that the owner will use a treasured timepiece instead of keeping it tucked away, that's an attractive reason for alteration.

Some conversions of high-end brands still sell for a high value after conversion. In general, altering a watch will lower the value (and some enthusiasts are ardently against doing this type of conversion). Vintage American Waltham Open Face Railroad Pocket Watch, 2-1/4 in diameter, Works Great. Wristwatch Conversion: Some pocket watches have been converted to wrist watches. Vintage Waltham Pocket Watch Swiss 17j Starts And Stops Used.For instance, early Patek Philippe & Co. or Tiffany & Co. pocket watch examples will have greater value than many other brands. Brand Name: The brand of the watch can also greatly impact the value.High jewel examples are fervently sought by pocket watch collectors. Waltham gold filled ladys size six hunting cased watch in fine running condition. Waltham gold filled ladys size six hunting cased Pocket Watch. The higher the quality of the watch, the more jewels it will have. Waltham gold filled ladys size six hunting cased Pocket Watch 655.00.

These minimize friction and subsequent wear on the inner watch mechanism. The rich history of the Elgin National Watch Company (originally the National Watch Co.) began in August 1864 when a group of investors traveled to Waltham, Massachusetts, home of the Waltham Watch Company.Hoping to give their new company a jump start, the investors promised seven of Waltham Watch Company’s best watchmakers and machinists 5,000 per year, plus bonuses.

Jewels: The term jewel refers to the industrial grade gemstones used as bearings for gears. For example, Elgin and Waltham both manufactured over one million watches annually during their peak-production years A well-worn 7-jewel Elgin watch in non.

Adjustments: The number of adjustments (meaning the calibrations a watch has to keep it running accurately regardless of the position in which it is held) add to the watch's value.

Waltham pocket watch value guide