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Has anyone ever heard of a Lancet pocket watch?

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March 07, 2007, 22:09
Jim Robson
Has anyone ever heard of a Lancet pocket watch?
It is a 12s and has a dial exactly like an Elgin that I have. It has a 7 jewel movement which doesn't look like an Elgin movement. Does it have any socially redeeming value? I have a chance to buy it, but I don't know if I could ever get parts for it if it's not a house brand made by a major manufacturer.

Thanks for any info, Jim
March 08, 2007, 13:11
Greg Crockett
As far as I know, Lancet was a trade name of the Swiss Langendorf company. It may have also been used at some point by the Swiss Didisheim firm.

I have seen this name on the dials of Swiss, wire-lug, wristwatches of WWI vintage. The little wristwatches were of average quality. Nothing special.

It does not sound like a valuable pocket watch.

Best regards,
Greg
March 08, 2007, 14:00
Joseph T. Collins
Jim,

There is a Lancet Watch by Marvin currently on Ebay. It looks to be a 12s. How does yours compare?

Joe
March 08, 2007, 14:02
Daniel M. Weiss
I have either a OOO or O size Ladies Watch.

No big deal!
March 08, 2007, 15:08
Jim Robson
Thanks for the information guys. I should have known with it being only 7 jewels.

I think I'll pass on the "opportunity".

Regards, Jim