Antique Clocks, Pocket Watches, Etc.

Triple Signed "Waltham Ball" Pocket Watch Circa: 1913                                   Serial#: B242891 Case: 16s, Open Face, 14Kt Yellow Gold-Filled, the Case is Signed "Wadsworth, Ball Model Special, Warranted 20 Years". Dial: An Almost Perfect Dial, with just three minor chips at the very edge of the dial, which are well hidden by the bezel; A Perfect Classic Ball Logo; Big, Black Arabic numerals; Black Spade Hands, signed "Trade Mark, Official RR Standard, Ball Watch Co., Cleveland". Movement: 17 Jewels, with Raised Gold Settings; Double Roller; 3/4 Plate Movement, Excellent Speed on The Balance Wheel; Signed "Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, O.; Adjusted; 17 Jewels; Trade Mark, Commercial Standard; Patd Nov. 17 96", Whip Lash Regulator & Circular Damaskeening. The Time is Stem Set. Professional Opinion: A very attractive Waltham Ball Pocket Watch, with Beautifully Circular Damaskeening!! A Absolutely Perfect Dial, a very clean case, with only a couple of dimples on the back & a very Unique Dial, Signed "Ball Watch Co., over, Cleveland!! The Balance Wheel has Really GREAT Motion, which also leads to the watch keeping Great time!! This Ball is also at a very affordable price, especially for the quality watch that you are getting!!

Hello, And Thank You For Taking The Time To Look At Our Listing! Just As A Note, The Watch Is Running Fine, Keeping Good Time, And Should Provide Many More Years Of Excellent Service!! The Dial is Snowy White with Big, Bold, Black Numerals. This is a very special dial, as it isn't like the typical Ball Dial, but rather has "Ball Watch Co, Cleveland" written in the center of the Dial! The Black Spade Hands are in Mint condition. But enjoy the cleanness of this very special Dial, all in all, this is just a Great Looking Dial! This shot gives you a better view of the Dial. The dial is Pure White and just Immaculate! Another aspect of this Case is the fact that the covers fit together so well, that any space between them is almost imperceptible! All of the details are sharp & crisp! Lastly, there is no Brass showing anywhere on the Case! The watch has not been abused. Take a good look at this movement. All of the Gold lettering is present and goes very well with the Circular Damaskeening! This movement is in Pristine condition! It has 17 Jewels & is just immaculate!! The movement is marked; "Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, O.; 17 Jewels, Adjusted; the Serial #B242891 and finally it's marked "Trade Mark, Commercial Standard". The Balance Wheel has such great speed that it's simply a blur! You can barely even see the weights on the sides!! The inside of the back of the Case is marked Wadsworth BALL MODEL Special Guaranteed 20 Years, along with the many marks from the Watchmakers who have worked on it over the many years of its life. The back case is in very good condition and I would Say that its in Great condition, except for a few dimples. But all in all, I think that you'll be very happy with the case! Well, that's all I can say. The Photos will tell you what you really want to know about the watch anyway! The price for this piece is $425.00 This Pocket Watch would make a very nice gift to that special someone, even if that "special someone" is you and your own collection!! If you have any questions, you can E-mail us by clicking on the link below: I've been a member of NAWCC (115858) since 1992. Bid with confidence & please look at my other auctions for more Great Horological Pieces of Art! If you are the lucky winner and if for any reason you do not like this watch simply return it within three days for a complete refund. NO QUESTIONS ASKED!!

  

The picture was taken on Ford Island,
which is the land mass in the middle of Pearl Harbor, Hawai'i.
Ford Island is better known as the home for "Battleship Row".
The sneak attack on Pearl Harbor was centered on Battleship Row.