The trench watch or “wristlet” was a type of watch that evolved on the battlefields of World War I. Pocket watches, which were worn by…
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This is a black dialled Tavannes trench watch from 1914. It took me several days to complete my research and I had been looking to…
Leave a CommentThis post was inspired by the recent news that one of Winston Churchill’s prized timepieces will be available for sale by Dawsons Auctioneers on the…
1 CommentIf you were to start collecting Swiss made pocket watches from the early 20th century inevitably, you will come across the name George Stockwell. His…
2 CommentsHave you recently acquired an antique watch? Perhaps you have recently inherited a family heirloom? Or maybe you have started a small collection of antique…
2 CommentsA service is needed to clean and re-lubricate the movement. This will ensure the timekeeping is within normal tolerances and prevent the oils from drying,…
2 CommentsWhen starting an antique collection, it can be easy to get carried away, buying the first item that you see. However, if you do not…
2 CommentsThere are numerous sources that an antique watch collector can use to purchase the next addition to their collection. Options range from live auctions to…
1 CommentIn this Time Worn Watches post, we are going to look at 5 good reasons to wear an antique watch. With the advances of modern…
1 CommentIn today’s watch world, building a collection has become one of the biggest trends in the market, with more and more collectors turning to the…
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