Silver English Massey III Lever, 1828

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Step back in time with the exquisite “SILVER ENGLISH MASSEY III LEVER – 1828,” an early 19th-century masterpiece that epitomizes the pinnacle of horological craftsmanship. This distinguished pocket watch, encased in a refined silver open face, showcases a full plate gilt keywind fusee movement, complete with a dust cover and Harrison’s maintaining power, ensuring precision and reliability. The plain cock, inscribed with “Patent,” features a large diamond endstone, while the polished steel regulator boasts a silver sector index on the plate. The timepiece’s plain three-arm gilt balance, deep rectangular rim, and three timing screws, along with a blue steel spiral hairspring and a Massey type three lever escapement, highlight its intricate engineering. The white enamel dial, adorned with Roman numerals, a subsidiary seconds hand, and gilt hands, is both elegant and functional. The plain silver open face case, marked by a ribbed middle and the maker’s mark “JW,” corresponds to the movement’s number, further attesting to its authenticity. Signed by Walter Friend of Newton Abbot and hallmarked in London in 1828, this watch, with a diameter of 53mm and a depth of 12mm, is a timeless testament to the artistry and precision of English watchmaking. Here is a description of an early 19th Century English Massey type three lever pocket watch in a silver open face case. The watch features a full plate gilt keywind fusee movement with dust cover, as well as Harrison’s maintaining power. The plain cock is inscribed with “Patent” on the foot and includes a large diamond endstone. The polished steel regulator includes a silver sector index on the plate, while the plain three arm gilt balance comes with a deep rectangular rim and three timing screws. Completing the look is a blue steel spiral hairspring and a Massey type three lever escapement. The white enamel dial displays a subsidiary seconds hand, Roman numerals, blue steel seconds hand, and gilt hands. The plain silver open face case includes a ribbed middle, maker’s mark “JW”, and a number that corresponds to that on the movement. The watch is signed Walter Friend Newton Abbot and was hallmarked in London in 1828. Its diameter measures 53mm, while its depth measures 12mm. Signed Walter Friend Newton Abbot Hallmarked London 1828 Diameter 53 mm Depth 12 mm