December 31, 2018, 12:54
Derek Ramsdale18s Hunting Case
I have an 18s hunting case with a Waltham 77 model movement fitted. I looks to be gold filled but the only markings are a crown, warranted & its number 16531. The movement dates from 1884. Can anyone help me to identify the material of the case. Three pictures show front, back & the markings.
December 31, 2018, 19:48
Theodore J. Brown Sr.Derek, your nice looking case should be gold filled,due to the fact that it says "warranted" and no karat marking.I'm not sure who's "Crown" mark that is though, Philadelphia Watch Case Co. and Muhr's used a Crown mark, but not quite the same as yours.Hopefully one of the other guys on here will know and chime in.Happy New Year!...Ted.
January 01, 2019, 10:23
Derek RamsdaleMany thanks Lindell & Ted.
To think I have a watch which MAY be in its original case from 1884 takes some beating. The case has no brass whatsoever & looks like new.
Best wishes for 2019 to all.
Dek