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1892 Lexton Chronograph Pocket Watch
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1892 Lexton Chronograph Pocket Watch

19th century
Description

Keyless silver chronograph pocket watch from 1892, going barrel movement with English lever escapement.

Keyless wind and pin set.

With stopwatch function.

Watchmaker, Frank Lexton of Bedmorth.

Silversmith, RJO Richard James Oliver, London assay office.

The 3/4 plate movement has 11 jewels.

The dial is free from chips and cracks.

Hinges and catches are all working correctly.

The sterling silver case measures 55mm x 18mm.

Weight 142g

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
1.8cm (0.71")
Declaration

Romandial Watches has dated this Victorian Silver Pocket Watch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1049029
Dealers Notes

At RomanDial all our watches are fully serviced.

The service includes complete strip down of the movements to its component parts.

All parts are cleaned checked for wear, oiled and reassembled.

We then test the movement for at least seven days to check for accuracy and reliability.

While the movement is out of the case we clean and polish, check all hinges catches and clips are operating correctly.

We replace the mineral glass with new (old stock) mineral glass.

All our watches come with winding key if required.

We aim for an accuracy of 1-2 minutes for lever watches and 2-5 minutes or verge watches.

Mechanical watches of this type will require regulating from time to time.

RomandDial offers a 30 day guarantee and worldwide shipping. UK - Free Postage, EU & Worldwide - £15 postage.

We will ship the same working day for purchases before 10.00am and next working day after 10.00 am

Description
Keyless silver chronograph pocket watch from 1892, going barrel movement with English lever escapement.

Keyless wind and pin set.

With stopwatch function.

Watchmaker, Frank Lexton of Bedmorth.

Silversmith, RJO Richard James Oliver, London assay office.

The 3/4 plate movement has 11 jewels.

The dial is free from chips and cracks.

Hinges and catches are all working correctly.

The sterling silver case measures 55mm x 18mm.

Weight 142g

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
1.8cm (0.71")
Date of Manufacture

Romandial Watches has dated this Victorian Silver Pocket Watch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1049029
Romandial Watches
Romandial Watches
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Antique pocket & vintage watch shop & restoration.

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An antique silver open-face chronograph pocket watch featuring a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and a brass winding crown.
1892 Lexton Chronograph Pocket Watch
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FAQs

During the late nineteenth century, chronograph pocket watches integrated stop-watch functionality into standard timekeeping mechanisms. These instruments were widely utilised by railway officials, sporting judges, and professionals requiring precise interval timing.

Cases were typically crafted from sterling silver, nickel, or gold, housing mechanical movements with steel balance springs and synthetic ruby jewels. Dials were commonly made of fired white enamel with hand-painted Roman numerals and blued steel hands.

Authentic pieces feature clear assay hallmarks stamped on the inner case back detailing the silver purity, city of manufacture, and date letter. Additionally, genuine movements often exhibit maker signatures, serial numbers, and original mechanical components matching the case era.

An antique pocket watch can be displayed on a brass or wooden pocket watch stand under a glass cloche on a desk or shelf. It can also be incorporated into a curated shadow box alongside historical horological instruments.

Keep the timepiece in a dry, temperature-controlled environment away from magnetic fields to prevent damage to the movement. Mechanical movements require periodic servicing by a qualified horologist to clean, lubricate, and adjust the internal gears.
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