Waltham's 18s model 1892 21J Crescent Street grade.

The watch pictured is the lever-set, Railroad-grade model that cost me a lousy $213, a pretty low price in my opinion. It should have sold for more. After all, what's not to like about this fine timepiece?

18s Crescent Streets typically feature a classic double-sunk dial with fancy and distinctive Fleur de Lis hands, a gold-filled case, and a beautiful nickel damaskened movement.

It just isn't easy finding one in good and original condition. I know because I've been looking for one for a while.
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Here's the movement with gold jewel settings, gold balance screws, and gold star regulator.

From page 85 of Marion, A History of the United States Watch Company regarding their competition:

(By 1871), "The American Watch Co. (Waltham) had recently introduced an extremely successful 14 size model, and a new 18 size, the "Crescent Street," developed by the company's prestigious Nashua Division."

They are nice, and, the TuTone is the Bel Aire of the bunch.

I like them a lot as well.... I have admired them for years. But, because I only buy private labels
I've never had one. I know that severely limits
me in many ways . But, like the 57 Chevy I still
can admire them without ownership.
In 57 my Dad bought a brand new Bel-aire Convertible all white with red interior.
I'd like to have that today !

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I'd like to have that today !

So would everyone else!

I love these Fleur de Lis hands on the early 92's

For $213.00 you bought the case and got the movement, hands and dial for FREE!!!