Women may find that a wristwatch is convenient to tell the time. But for those who want to have more than just a time piece but something that has a little piece of history and a touch of elegance, it would be fitting to get a ladies pocket watch. They are beautifully, elegantly and timeless pieces of jewelry that say a lot for women who make the extra effort in selecting a pocket watch instead of the generic wristwatch. Pocket watches are currently making a comeback to younger generations as they see fit to differ from the mainstream users of … Read the rest
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A silver pocket watch is made to be carried in the pocket, unlike a wrist watch. It originated in the 16th century and were worn by men of authority and status. Still today, the prestige of a pocket watch remains.
There are two different styles of watch facings, analog and digital. The analog style has hour and minute hands and the digital face displays the numbers on a liquid crystal scheme. Typically, pocket watches are battery operated. Nonetheless, the sophisticated mechanical pocket watch is a great heirloom, as it is very impressive with its … Read the rest
Continue Reading →We all know that having and wearing a pocket watch certainly makes a bold statement. However, choosing the right one for you can be a bit of a challenge. This blog entry will give you a breakdown of several things to consider before you buy your next pocket watch:
Something Old or Something New?
Pocket watches range in style from a simple, sleekly-modern timepiece by a contemporary designer to a coveted, intricately-designed antique from the 17th century – and all points in between. What’s your style? Determine this first; it will help narrow your search and save time. … Read the rest
If you depend on your pocket watch as much as I do, you should keep it clean and maintained at regular intervals. Proper maintenance and regular cleaning of a watch is imperative for its longer and correct functioning. To achieve this, it is best advised to follow the instructions written in your watch manual, if you have one. Read carefully what is recommended by your pocket watch manufacturer company. In case of having a waterproof pocket watch, you can use soft-bristled brush to clean it with soap and water solution. After cleaning it with this solution, you can use a … Read the rest
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Welcome to the Pocket Watch Guide! Feel free to check out our site and send your feedback!My name is Danny, and I created this site with the hope to share my passion for collecting, maintaining, and looking at all kinds of pocket watches. Ever since I was young I have loved the look and feel that such a classic timepiece can provide.Seeking Appraisal or Value Information?
The best resource for getting the value of your pocket watch is at the International Society for Appraisers (ISA). They have a "Find an Appraiser" tool (click here) where you can type in your state, or select the USA (or your country) and see a list of nearby appraisers.
The NAWCC also has a great resource for looking up serial numbers. This is particularly useful for finding out the year of your watch. Click here to check it out.
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