Swiss Detent Chronometer Man’s Pocket Watch

Description: Sterling silver case features one of the most intriguing free hand, flowing monogram that I have seen in a long time, a different attraction to the watch. The detent or chronometer escapement is considered the most accurate of the balance wheel escapements, and was used in marine chronometers, although some precision watches during the 18th and 19th century also used it. The detent is a detached escapement; it allows the balance wheel to swing undisturbed during most of its cycle, except the brief impulse period, which is only given once per cycle (every other swing).[38] Because the driving escape wheel tooth moves almost parallel to the pallet, the escapement has little friction and does not need oiling. For these reasons among others, the detent was considered the most accurate escapement for balance wheel timepieces.[41] John Arnold was the first to use the detent escapement with an overcoil balance spring (patented 1782), and with this improvement his watches were the first really accurate pocket timekeepers, keeping time to within 1 or 2 seconds per day. These were produced from 1783 onwards. Details:MAKEManufacturer: UnsignedCountry: SwitzerlandType: Man'sSerial #: 51,535Circa Date: 1890sCASESize: 50mm.Style: Open Face.Material: Sterling Silver.Decorations: Floral decorations and a monogram.Conditions: C 3 (The case is in Very Good condition)DIALColor: White.Type: Porcelain.Numerals: Arabic Numerals.Hands: Louis XIV Hands.Conditions: D 2 (The dial is in Perfect condition)MOVEMENTJewels: 19 Jewels.Setting: Pin Set.Escapement: Chronometer Escapement.Material: Gilt.Layout: Bridge Layout.Signed: Yes.Conditions: M 3 (The movement is in Very Good condition) ITEM-1621-EA We consider any reasonable Best Offers - Please submit your best offers! ABOUT US: Ashland presents the world's best vintage and pre-owned watches and jewelry online. We offer leading brands such as Vacheron Constantin, Rolex, Patek Phillipe, Breitling and many more. We are delighted to present ongoing sales of luxury watches of all brands and price points, shop master watchmakers such as Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Rolex, Cartier and Audemars Piguet. What we offer is the opportunity for those who do not have the time to go to major auction houses to purchase rare timepieces and estate jewelry. A trusted international source for over 40 years, buy with confidence. This watch is guaranteed authentic and will be checked out by our in house watch makers before it is shipped to you. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Contact: Rick Gilbert Hours: 9 - 5 EST, Monday - Thursday Address: Ashland Investments 640 South Washington Blvd, Suite 185 Sarasota, FL 34236 SHIPPING: Please note that orders over $1,000.00 will be shipped Signature Required unless you request them not to be. Also, if you wish us to ship your order Signature Required and it is under $1,000.00, please let us know when you are paying for the item in the notes field and we will be happy to do so. INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.

Price: 3000 USD

Location: Sarasota, Florida

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