Rare Antique K Kraut Pocket Chronometer Watch Helical Hairspring 1853 London

  

The BIG case measures approx. The white enamel dial is signed K. KRAUT LONDON and is in good shape with one hairline down the middle that you cant even notice in the photos. The hallmark English sterling silver case is signed (lion)(leopards head)(S) IT Other than mild tarnish, the case looks good.

The chronometer movement is signed A. 23 This has the HELICAL HAIRPSRING and a spring detent. The watch will run if I twist it clockwise and counter-clockwise but only for a few seconds. This is a very rare POCKET CHRONOMETER that you rarely see. Please check out my other auctions for other vintage pocket & wristwatches. This list is subject to change by Shipsaver. Thanks for your interest and good luck! The item "RARE ANTIQUE K KRAUT POCKET CHRONOMETER WATCH HELICAL HAIRSPRING 1853 LONDON" is in sale since Monday, July 9, 2018. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Pocket Watches\Antique".

The seller is "adtpcs" and is located in Glendora, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Escapement Type: Spring Detent Chronometer
• Movement: Mechanical (Hand-winding)
• Year of Manufacture: 1850-1859
• Closure: Open Face
• Brand: K.