Vintage Watches

Westclox timepices, By Mr Goldsmith

It was not until the 16th century that the fame of pocket watches started disintegrating. Pocket watches, unlike the later invented wrist watches, carry such pride, personality and class in them. All pocket watches are usually attached to a chain that would cling to a waistcoat, a lapel or a belt loop and was only worn by men.

If we are to briefly analyze the history of pocket watches, two main types could be easily identified. The first type has the winding stem at the crown of the dial and is known as the open face watch. The open face watches usually harbored a case which protected the watch crystal from damage. The second can be identified as the hunter case type which came with a circular lid that acted as protection against the watch crystal.[..Read More..]

As of today, these pocket watches are treasured and cherish to no end. They are considered as antique artifacts that bear class, legends and importance attached to them. The fact that these watches are rare to find is a premium factor for their high price. Among the highly sought after types of pocket watches are, Westclox pocket watches, that bear class and elegance in every single aspect.

Western Clock Manufacturing was one of the famous pocket watch manufacturing companies of the era that made their first pocket watch in the year 1899. In the year 1921, the American and the Boyproof Pocket Ben were first introduced to the market. A superior luminous version of the WestClox Pocket Ben, the WestClox Pocket Ben Luminous was subsequently introduced. Other WestClox Pocket Watches include the Dax, the Country Club, Bull’s Eye Luminous and Black Chief.

The best place to search for Westclox pocket watches would be the internet. However, shopping online has its own set of negative implications attached to it. So you could simply browse online stores for the models of Westclox pocket watches that may interest you. Thereafter, if you can find a trustworthy online retailer, you could proceed with the deal, failing which, you may have to stick to the traditional method of finding a physical store.

WestClox pocket watches are still in demand by those with a taste for craftsmanship and style. Therefore, although it may be a difficult job to find a classic piece of Westclox, it is not impossible. This is true especially for the WestClox Pocket Ben which is freely available at local and online stores. While WestClox pocket watches make a brilliant personal possession, they also make fabulous gifts for family and loved ones.

WestClox Pocket watches, like any other vintage watch need to be treated with care. There’s no way that you could get its originality back if you mishandle it. Therefore, meticulous care should be the principle rule that you live by when wearing a WestClox pocket watch. Remember that pocket watches have not been designed to withstand water. So you need to take an awful lot of care when wearing WestClox pocket watches. You will also need to service WestClox pocket watches on a regular basis to maintain its condition, to ensure that everything is intact and that it gets all treatments it deserves.