Antique Watch Journal Pocket watch conversions & trench watches
Rolex restoration: pocket watch conversions, WW1 and WW2 trench watches, military timepieces, and the craft of restoration.
59 Entries
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Converting a Hampden 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hampden 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hampden 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hampden 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 0s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 0s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 6s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 6s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 8s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 8s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 10s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 10s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 12s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 12s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 14s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 14s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Seth Thomas 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Seth Thomas 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 0s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 0s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 6s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 6s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 8s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 8s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 10s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 10s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 12s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 12s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 14s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 14s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a South Bend 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique South Bend 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 0s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 0s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 6s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 6s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 8s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 8s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 10s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 10s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 14s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 14s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 0s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 0s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 6s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 6s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 8s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 8s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 14s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 14s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 8s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 8s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 14s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 14s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 8s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 8s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: Crescent and Crown (.800 / .900 Silver)
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with Crescent and Crown (.800 / .900 Silver). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: London Leopard Head (.925 / 18K)
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with London Leopard Head (.925 / 18K). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: Chester Acorn & Sheaves (.925 / .935 Import)
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with Chester Acorn & Sheaves (.925 / .935 Import). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: Lion Passant (.925 Sterling Silver)
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with Lion Passant (.925 Sterling Silver). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: Helvetia (18K Gold (0.750))
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with Helvetia (18K Gold (0.750)). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: Grouse (Woodcock) (.800 Silver)
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with Grouse (Woodcock) (.800 Silver). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Vintage Watch Case Hallmark Guide: Three Bears (.935 Silver)
How to identify and date antique silver watch cases stamped with Three Bears (.935 Silver). Historical assay marks and standards.
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Converting a Illinois 12s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 12s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Illinois 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Illinois 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 10s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 10s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 12s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 12s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Hamilton 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Hamilton 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 0s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 0s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 6s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 6s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 10s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 10s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 12s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 12s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Elgin 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Elgin 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 0s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 0s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 6s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 6s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 10s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 10s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 12s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 12s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 14s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 14s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 16s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 16s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Converting a Waltham 18s Pocket Watch into a Wristwatch
Technical guide on converting antique Waltham 18s pocket watch movements into wearable custom wristwatches with welded wire lugs.
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Pocket Watch Conversions
The story of how I built a system to convert pocket watches to wristwatches — with precision, reversibility, and respect for the original.
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Omega Pocket Watch Conversion to Wristwatch
A three-year project, a family heirloom, and a debate in the collector community about authenticity, preservation, and what it truly means to honor the past.