1901 British antique Benson BANK pocket watch silver side open face works well
SKU: 202308263585
We would like to introduce a pocket watch from JWBenson, a watch manufacturer that is a purveyor to the British royal family.
Benson is a watch manufacturer founded in England in 1840, and is a very popular brand in Japan, known for being used by Jiro Shirasu and others.
[Brand introduction] JW Benson
This is an open-face pocket watch with a sterling silver case, and the engraving on the case indicates that it was made in 1901.
The movement is a British hand-wound "BANK".
The Benson with its cursive logo is very popular, and it is a simple and solid watch that is very typical of a British watch.
The overhaul history is unknown, but the balance swings well and is moving smoothly and energetically.
We hope this wonderful antique watch will add color to your everyday life!
(Explanatory video)
https://youtu.be/KcxT6d6W-kA?si=vCWpArSApSfRrUnp
【condition】
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Beautiful item with no noticeable scratches or dirt Function: ★★★☆☆ There are some defects, but in usable condition (within 10 minutes of difference per day)
・Case: There is some wear over time, but it is in beautiful condition with no noticeable scratches or dents.
・Case engraving: There is a sterling silver hallmark of the British Fund Appraisal Office on the inside of the lid.
・Dial: In good condition except for a small hairline around 8 o'clock.
・Others: In rare cases, the mainspring may go back when winding, but the mainspring will not break.
・Accuracy: Approximately 3 minutes difference per day when measured with a flat timegrapher
・Power reserve: Checked from full spring to 40 hours
*Please note that the daily difference will vary depending on the posture and winding condition of the mainspring, so please use this as a reference only.
*Since it is very old, I do not know the history of parts replacement or repairs.
【detail】
・Brand Benson (JWbenson)
・Year of manufacture: 1901
・Movement mechanical
・Spring hand-wound
・Time setting dowel push (nail set)
・Serial No.117393
・Case material Sterling silver (925/1000)
・Case diameter 51mm (excluding crown)
・Case thickness 17mm (including windshield)
・Weight 115g
*As this is an antique item, there is no other item that is exactly the same.
Please feel free to ask any questions if you have any questions.