{"product_id":"202603146273","title":"1905 British antique JW Benson Ludgate pocket watch, sterling silver open face, in good working order.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing a pocket watch from J.W. Benson, a watchmaker to the British Royal Family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenson is a watch manufacturer founded in England in 1840, known for being favored by historical figures such as Jiro Shirasu, and is a very popular brand in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/silver-lug.com\/blogs\/silver-lug\/p-251\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e[Brand Introduction] J.W. Benson\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an open-face pocket watch with a sterling silver case, and the case engraving indicates it was made in 1905.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe movement is a British-made key-wind type called \"LUDGATE.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenson's script logo is highly popular, and this watch has a simple yet substantial feel characteristic of British timepieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is securely housed in what appears to be its original case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe overhaul history is unknown, but the balance wheel swings well, and it ticks vigorously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope this \"once-in-a-lifetime encounter\" will be a special one for you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Explanation Video)\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/XBNID0RTsWg?si=EU2Wyl7ZhRP6ruxP\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XBNID0RTsWg?si=EU2Wyl7ZhRP6ruxP\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Condition】\u003cbr\u003eAppearance: ★★★★☆ Beautiful item with no noticeable scratches or dirt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFunctionality: ★★★★☆ Operating well, though maintenance history is unknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case: There is age-related wear, but it is in beautiful condition with no noticeable scratches or dents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case Engraving: Inside the back cover, there are sterling silver hallmarks from the British Assay Office.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Dial: There is a small hairline near 5 o'clock, but it is barely noticeable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Other: The crystal is made of mineral glass and has no scratches or chips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Accuracy: Approximately 1 minute daily difference when measured with a timegrapher in a flat position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Power Reserve: Confirmed up to 45 hours from a full wind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　*Daily difference may vary depending on position, so please consider this as a reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　*As this is a very old item, the history of parts replacement or repair is unknown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【Details】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Brand: Benson (J.W. Benson)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Year of Manufacture: 1905 (London K)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Movement: Mechanical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Mainspring: Key-wind (two holes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Time Setting: Key-wind (two holes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Serial No.: 18881\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case Material: Sterling Silver (925\/1000)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case Diameter: 51mm (excluding crown)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case Thickness: 18.5mm (including crystal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Weight: 125g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*As this is an antique item, there is no other one exactly like it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please feel free to ask any questions if you have any concerns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"silver-lug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52346007093429,"sku":"202603146273","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/1551\/4549\/files\/PXL_20260314_011707478.jpg?v=1773513224","url":"https:\/\/silver-lug.com\/en\/products\/202603146273","provider":"SILVER-LUG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}