Here is a Waltham PS Bartlett 18 size,KW,11 jewel,in a waltham silver hunter case,serial no 231172 made in 1866

Or perhaps 1865? Nice watch. I carry one like it for everyday use,although mine is from 1873.

I got the date from the serial number look up web site.They might be wrong?The price guide has 1865 I wonder what one is true?

Mike,
Chris Abell just recently serviced a Model 1857 that I won at the J&H auction. My Waltham P. S. Bartlett is serial number 637949 and the movement -thanks to Chris- looks like it came from the factory yesterday.
Tony

I will second Tony's choice if you would like to see your old 1857 transformed.
Look what Chris did to this old 1857.

It is the same watch!
It is running like a Indy Car.

Mike,

Fantastic! I love these. Nice and "hefty" and you can't beat those great old Silver cases, Gorgeous!

AND......

Can you believe the job Chris did on that watch!!!

Unbelieveable! and Gorgeous!

That is some transformation! Chris does incredible work! I love those big, fat coin cases with thick, beveled crystals. Waltham 1857's are among my favorites. I know you are all pleased with your purchases.

Mary Ann,
You said it just right! Big, Fat coin, or sterling Cases, but especially those HUNKY beveled crystals!!! WOW!

I only have a couple, but I sure like the look, and feel of them.

My new model 1857

Tony,
Boy does that baby sparkle!
Very Nice.

Tony,
The gilt looks like it was just applied yesterday.
A very nice acquisition!

Tony.. that is one beautiful watch! If I could afford it, I would send a bunch of my watches to Chris. I know you are very pleased with this one!