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Rare Benson Military Telegrapher's Pocket Watch
Description
Rare Benson Military Issue Pocket Watch.Late 19th/Early 20th Century.
Telegraphy Morse Code Dial.
The dial enabled the telegrapher to send the time by Morse Code.
British Army Broad Arrow 496 on the case.
On the movement:
"The Railway Guards Watch
Best London Make
No. 827624
J W Benson, 62 & 64 Ludgate Hill London"
Pin set hands. To set the hands to the time, use your thumb nail to hold in the pin on the edge of the case at 1 o'clock and turn the winder.
The dial has a short hairline going from the centre to the seconds dial. Otherwise in great condition.
Approximate dimensions: diameter 55.5mm, weight 166.5 grams.
Movement serviced and working well.
Movement guaranteed for 12 months.
A big chunky and very unusual watch.
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DateLate 19th Century :
Difficult to be precise but estimate circa 1880s/1
MakerJ.W. Benson
Codeas218a3301 / XgAAD-1023E
Price £1100.00
€1281.94
$1393.48
The price has been listed in British Pounds.
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Always confirm final price with dealer. Free P&P in UK StatusFor Sale SellerRecess Antiques Telephone07713150485Non UK callers :+44 7713150485 Emaillinda@recessantiques.co.uk
Conversion rates as of 16/MAY/2024.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free P&P in UK StatusFor Sale SellerRecess Antiques Telephone07713150485Non UK callers :+44 7713150485 Emaillinda@recessantiques.co.uk
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