Showing posts with label Father Time Antiques. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Father Time Antiques. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Elgin Ladies'

Elgin was the largest watch manufacturer in the world, when this watch was made circa 1937. It is a seventeen jewel ladies' wristwatch that is in great condition. It has a yellow gold-filled case that measures only 14mm wide (not including the crown), by 29mm lug to lug, by 6mm thick (including the crystal). The back has the initials "S.M.C." This watch was meant to be a beautiful addition to a lady's wrist that would be unobtrusive. Not only did Elgin accomplish that, but they made it very stylish to boot. The seventeen jewel movement was a higher-end timepiece, usually reserved for gentlemen's watches. Our watchmaker has it setting, winding, and keeping time, just like the day it came from the Elgin plant way back when. It is a remnant from a by-gone age that you can own, today, to remind you of the days of old. It is fitted with a yellow gold-filled metal cord band that really sets it off! Here is a very nice watch for not much dough. This may be for someone special in your life or maybe you just want to buy yourself something nice... either way it could be yours!


Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, August 27, 2018

Royce "Art Deco" Ladies' Stainless



There aren't many ladies' wristwatches that really fill the bill when it comes to Art Deco stainless
steel watches... but this one does! It is a beautiful, Swiss, 15 jewel with a stainless steel case that has a very dramatic lug configuration. The case measures 16mm wide (not including the crown), by 41mm lug to lug, by 10mm thick (including the crystal). The profile of the case, seen in the photos, is quite dramatic in its presentation and is highlighted by the very curved "Hi-Dome" crystal. The sculpted lug design is to die for as is the two-tone dial with its rose gold dial center and outer minute track centered by a silvered chapter square that displays the cardinal Arabic numerals with dots at the intervening chapters. Even the crown is special, with the shape of a derby hat. The black cord band suits it to a "T" and can be custom fit to your wrist quite easily. The movement is as clean as a whistle and running great! This is simply a wonderful ladies' "Art Deco" watch from the late 1930s that can be yours. Our famous one year warranty will allow you to buy with confidence... don't miss it!



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, August 20, 2018

Gruen "Shield" Ladies' Wristwatch

As many of you that visit our site regularly already know, we are very fond of Gruen watches and are

always pleased to locate one in great shape that has a bit of pizazz to it. Here is such a find! This 17 jewel, 14k solid gold ladies' Gruen is in wonderful condition and running like the proverbial top. It measures 16mm in width, at its widest (not including the crown), by 27mm lug to lug, by 7mm thick (including the crystal). This was a presentation watch for loyal service which was the norm back-in-the-day. It is engraved on the reverse with the following: "Presented to Tobie Altmaek for 5 years of loyal service 9-28-64". We always think that this is a big plus, because it nails down the date and also carries with it a sense of history of the owner, even if we don't know his or her story. Being solid gold adds to the value and longevity of the presentation. Make sure you notice the "Shield" shape of the dial and the bezel... it is what makes this one a stand-out. Our one year warranty will allow you to put this one on without any trepidation about its performance.




Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, August 13, 2018

Jules Jergensen Chronograph



"Opie, it is said that the time progresses in three stages, son. It's what we call the past, present and future. However, the past and the future intersect each other with such intensity that hardly anything is left for the present. With lightning speed, time has been transformed and, what we describe as the present, is only useful to us when we borrow a bit from both the recent past as well as from the nearest future and add them to the present. Now Op, here's what a man, wiser than me, said about it way, way, back when".



“What is time? We surely know what we mean when we speak of it. We also know what is meant when we hear someone else talking about it. What then is time? Provided that no one asks me, I know. If I want to explain it to an inquirer, I do not know”.

Augustine 354-430

This is surely sage advice from Andy. If we delve into the past, circa 1745, with our time machine, we would be able to be present at the birth of Jurgen Jurgensen, in Denmark. He was to become the founding father of the horological dynasty that became Jules Jurgensen. His son, Urban Jurgensen, became a famous Danish watchmaker that launched the manufacture of high quality pocket watches. The early company name was Larpent & Jurgensen and they started production of pocket watches in 1781. As a matter of fact, Jurgen Jurgensen was appointed as Court Horologist by King Fredrik VI, in 1784. In 1801, Urban introduced a bi-metallic pocket thermometer and, by 1804, successfully published his book "General Principles Concerning Timekeeping by Clocks and Watches". 1810 saw the production of Marine Chronometers and, by 1815, Urban was accepted into the Royal Danish Academy of Science. By 1822, Urban announced a new idea, that of a detached double-wheel Chronometer. Sadly, 1830 brought the death of Urban, but his two sons, Louis and Jules, continued under the company name of UJS.

By 1936, Jurgensen has been permanently established in Le Locle, Switzerland and this signaled the start of "Jules Jurgensen", in Copenhagen. From here on out, the company was garnering one award for excellence after another; over 34 from 1834 to 1912. To this very day, the company is revered for their prowess in horology.

The Jules Jurgensen Chronograph we present here is a watch devoutly to be wished for. It is a wonderful, stainless steel, Black Panda Dial Chronograph from the late 1960s that is in wonderful condition. It sports a Landeron, 17 jewel movement that is spotless. Our head watchmaker has it running, winding, and setting like the day it made its way here to America. Make sure you take a gander at the dial. It is impressive with its reverse Panda subsidiary dials and precise markings on both the dial perimeter and the bezel. The case measure 37mm in diameter, by 47mm lug to lug, by 13mm thick including the crystal. We have fitted it with an 18mm, minimally stitched, leather, racing band that suites it well. "Yes Opie, this can be yours, if you are a good boy!"




Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, August 6, 2018

Optima Sapphire Crown



Founded in 1923 in Bienne, Switzerland, the Optima Watch Company was dedicated to making all
their movements in-house, with exacting precision and Swiss quality. This particular "Art Deco" Optima is a very elegant, ladies' dress watch, executed in a very fancy, engraved, 18K solid white gold case that boasts a sapphire blue, cabochon crown, case corners with sapphire blue stones, four diamonds (set north and south and east and west), and a silvered, engraved dial accented with blued steel hands. The silvered dial is just spectacular, with its engraved design and arcaded chapters. The bezel is also beautifully engraved and this gives the watch a wonderful look. The movement is a seventeen jewel mechanical marvel that is winding, setting, and keeping time just as it should. This is a scarce watch from a company that did not compromise and it can be yours!



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, July 30, 2018

Ladies Glycine Diamonds and Rubies



Founded by Eugene Meylan, Glycine has been manufacturing watches since 1914 in their factory located in Bienne, Switzerland. Meylan, because of his love of precision and accuracy, strove for
perfection because, he was an uncompromising engineer at heart. He was in the forefront of small, precise movements for ladies wristwatches. The company's tenacity paired with its precise and reliable products allowed them to become a well-respected name in the Swiss watchmaking industry to this very day.

Glycine is a name that is not well known in America, but it is a Swiss Brand that is well known in Europe and South America. Their quality is solid and their design second to none. Witness this beautiful Ladies Glycine that is artfully studded with rubies and diamonds that are set into a solid rose gold case. It is stunning! The seventeen jewel movement is in great shape, winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did when it arrived on these shores from across the pond. Today, we would call this style "retro", but it was certainly high fashion back in the day. The solid rose gold case measures 14mm wide, by 45mm lug to lug, by 7.5mm thick (including the crystal). It sports a gold rope (square form) link bracelet that just sets off the watch head perfectly. We know when it was made, and for whom, since there is a dedication on the reverse which states "Rubin to Idell 3-15-42". We love these clues to its original owner and think that they add to its history.

A few years ago, we had a couple purchase a watch with a dedication on the back and they loved it so much that they used the original owner's names as code names for each other. So, your adopted names could now be Rubin & Idell, if you step up and purchase this wonderful watch!



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, July 23, 2018

U.S. Royal Golf Ball



Novelty watches were in great favor because they only cost a few dollars and they were quite reliable
for the price point. We here at Father Time Antiques have seen hundreds of them over the years but, this is the first one we have had with such an interesting dial. The entire dial is a golf ball that is branded "U.S. Royal". The nickel plated case measures 48mm in diameter by 58mm with the crown and bow, by 15mm thick (including the crystal). It was made in Bristol, Conn, by the Ingraham Company who made their fortune by producing reliable and inexpensive wristwatches, pocket watches, and clocks. It is running, winding, and setting great. The only thing you can fault is that someone in its past life tried to polish the case back and, in the photo you can see, they took off the nickel plating (down to the brass) by doing so. Everything else is fine. For the price point, you can't beat it. Fully restored and warrantied, for one year, for parts and labor!



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, June 25, 2018

Gruen "Air Flight" Jump Hour



Gruen is one of our favorite watch manufacturers because of their precision, quality, and innovative spirit. This Gruen is the proof of the pudding!

This watch is what Gruen called an "Air Flight," which was made for Pan Am pilots to have a quick reference to a 24-hour day. We love these "Jump Hour" Gruens! This one has a really handsome dial that we were lucky to find. The Gruen "Airflight" was designed for pilots that needed a 24-hour reference for flight time. When the hands reach 1pm all the numerals jump to a 24 hour format and
then jump back again to a 12-hour format at 1am. This is accomplished by a rotating dial underneath the main dial. The numbers appear in diamond shaped windows on this neat and rare original dial and the dial has a great diamond-shaped design at its center. This is a particularly nice "Air Flight" and an oversize to boot (35mm). The seventeen jewel (510 RSS) movement is in excellent condition and is winding, setting, and keeping time like the fine timepiece it was designed to be! This beautiful movement is housed in a stainless steel case for wearing longevity. It measures 35mm wide (not including the crown), by 42mm lug to lug, by 9mm thick (including the crystal). Circa 1964, this is a watch to make your heart sing. When the numerals change at 1pm or 1am, it is a real event that always has our customers exclaiming their delight, whenever we demonstrate this function. We buy every one of these that we can find in good condition because, our clients just love the dial action and how nice these watches look on a the wrist. We don't have these in stock very often and they usually find a good home within a few weeks. This one is very nice and we would love to show it to you! Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one year warranty for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, June 18, 2018

18K Grand Prix "Splayed Numeral"



"Once in a while, even a blind squirrel finds a nut." At least, that's what my grandfather used to say. The longer I live, the more I find that there is some truth to that old axiom. Such was the case the day I found this fantastic Swiss "Splayed Numeral" Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1916. It has a wonderful "tonneau" case, all in 18K solid gold and it lays across your wrist like an ergonomic piece of art. The
sheer size of the watch was unusual, even at that time, and when you see the presence it has on the wrist, you will be drawn to the siren's song like Ulysses. The background color of the dial mimics that of the case while the splayed numerals have aged to a very mellow gold color that just reeks of the golden age. The skeletonized hands are also filled with ancient lume that has perfectly aged to that wonderful color. It is a good size, measuring 31mm wide (at its widest), by a whopping 48mm lug to lug, by an impressive 9mm thick (including the crystal). It is fitted with a solid gold, mesh band that has an infinitely adjustable clasp to perfectly fit your wrist. When you peek into the movement, you will see that it is a fifteen jewel that was the Gran Prix winner in Berne, Switzerland Circa 1916 and our watchmakers having it winding, running, and keeping time just as it did during the first World War. This is such an unusual looking watch and a prize winner to boot. Don't miss it. We only have one!



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Monday, June 11, 2018

Corum "1891 $20 Dollar Gold Coin"

Corum was founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland by Gaston Ries and his nephew, René Bannwart in 1955. One year later, the first Corum watches were being produced. Corum's claim to fame came early on, when the company introduced a watch made out of a $20 gold coin, which was an instant best-seller. That's what we have here and what a striking watch it is. The 18k gold $20 gold coin that it is made from has a beauty all its own. It's what is commonly referred to as the "Double
Eagle". The pencil-line thin black hands are in stark contrast to the elegant, slightly rose colored, gold coin surface that displays the wonderful engraving of a coin from 1891. The reign of the "Double Eagle" as the premiere U.S. gold coin ended when FDR issued an executive order in 1933 which required all Americans to turn in their gold coins and bullion. So that is why so few of these beauties survive. You can see "In God We Trust" in an arch just under the twelve o'clock position atop the American Eagle holding a serpent in its beak centered by a shield and the motto "E Pluribus Unum" in a flowing banner. When you flip the watch over you can see the beautiful "Liberty Head" that is surrounded by an array of 13 stars representing the original 13 colonies. You can't help but feel the pride of country in this piece. The case sides have the original "coin edge" from which we derive the term, and the bezel is notched at the hour intervals to make it easy to read. The crowning glory is the "Blue Cabochon Crown" opposite the 3 o'clock position. The movement is a battery operated, highly accurate, quartz mechanism that is virtually trouble-free. The case measures 37mm in diameter (not including the crown), by 44mm lug to lug, by 5mm thick (including the crystal). We have fitted it with a genuine croco 19mm band in the "Havana" color for a interesting look. What's not to like here? Our one year warranty will allow you to purchase with complete confidence and then you can show off your lucky $20 gold piece!

Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques 

Monday, June 4, 2018

Enicar "Supertest"



The Enicar Watch Company is a name that causes people to scratch their heads, probably because it is not immediately recognizable. Enicar was founded when Artiste Racine (Racine Watch Co.) spelled his name backwards and created a timeless brand that has been recognized for its high quality for over 90 years. They were situated in La Chaux de Fonds in Switzerland right in the middle of Swiss watchmaking. They were exporters of watches to Europe & Russia and in 1914 were among the first to use Radium for glow-in-the-dark dials and hands...a real innovation at that time.

Enicar was using movements made by Adolphe Schild (AS) a well known manufacturer, but due to successful sales increases the firm expanded and moved to Langnau. Racine was giving attention to the production of rugged military watches that were in great demand. By the mid 1940s, they had engineered their own chronographs and finally their own automatics by the 1950s.

The "Sherpa" (in reference to tough and resilient local packers of the expedition) was a real winner in their line-up and were named after the 1956 Swiss Himalayan expedition to Everest which relied on Enicar timepieces. The expedition members all wore Enicar watches that could withstand the harsh mountain environs.

With the breakthrough of the Sherpa models, the Enicar company began their "golden years". 1957 Enicar made headlines as a chronometer (the Ultrasonic Sherpa) were attached to the helm of the ship Mayflower II, this voyage was an Atlantic crossing of 50 days and the watch survived without any mechanical problems or leakage.

In the 1950s, Enicar had the slogan, "Precision time in space, on the earth and over the seas". Some say that Enicar was the first watch ever to been taken to the top of Everest and not the Rolex Oyster that Sir Edmund Hillary worn on his expedition in 1953. Because of the expedition not being documented properly Enicar could not claim to be the first to the top and tried again with the team of 1956.

This particular Enicar, "Supertest" is one that is very hard to find...it is an asymetrical that will really provide excellent timekeeping and that will turn heads. It is a 23 jewel movement (very high grade) in a stainless steel case that measures 34mm wide (sans wings), by 40mm lug to lug, by 10mm thick (including the crystal) and it takes a 18mm band.

Once you put it on your wrist, you will find yourself looking in its direction more often than to just tell the time. It is very special! Our watch makers have it running, winding and keeping time just as it did when it came across the sea back in 1962. I don't know what the test standards are but this one is a "Supertest"....don't miss it.

Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques 

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

Bulova "Spaceview Yellow Dot" Accutron

The Bulova "Accutron" was first introduced in the 1960s when we were deeply motivated by our space program. The Bulova engineers were spot-on when they created this very accurate, gentleman's wristwatch, the Bulova "Accutron Spaceview". If the quartz movement hadn't been invented a few years later, we'd still all be wearing these electronic watches because it was the most accurate watch a person could own. This "Spaceview", made in 1962, has the look of the space age. The story is told that the American government wanted to keep this technology out of the hands of the Russians, so they asked Bulova to keep it a secret a little longer since we were using this very accurate timekeeper in our space program.

When you take a look at the informational pamphlet that Bulova put out to introduce this new idea (to jewelers and watchmakers) it has a very avant-garde/cutting-edge look (for its day). In the pamphlet, it is explained that the seconds are parsed into very discrete segments by the vibration of a small tuning fork at the heart of the movement. Bulova advertised it as, "The Watch That Hums"! The general public was so taken with the idea, they wanted to see how it worked and Bulova obliged. They had store displays that showed the interior of the watch exposed and this caused people to want a watch on their wrist that had the same look. As a result the "Spaceview" was born! Like all Accutron's, this gentleman's "Spaceview" is back-set at the rear of the stainless steel case, which measures 36mm in diameter by 39mm lug to lug, by 13mm thick. What's special about this one is the yellow markers and hands. In the trade, it is designated as the "Yellow Dot Spaceview". It is in fantastic condition and humming just the way it did back in 1962. It could be humming on your wrist! We warranty all of our watches for one year for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.



Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Omega "Zodiac"



Omega is one of our favorite brands here at Father Time Antiques. So, we were delighted to discover this unusual Omega from Canada. We have only seen one other in our 38 plus years in the business and this one is in great condition. This Omega sports a very rare "Zodiac" dial that exhibits a very interesting pattern of the Zodiac Symbols at all the chapters with two inner chapter rings that display the constellations (in red) and the logo symbols for all the signs just inside the red ring. It is signed on the dial, the case and the movement.
The yellow gold Dauphine hands look great, as does the seconds bit, with a blued steel hand, at the 6 o'clock position. The case is stainless steel that measures 37mm wide by 47mm lug to lug, by 10mm thick. Our head watchmaker has the 15 jewel, 30T2 movement winding, setting, and keeping time just as it did back in 1944 when it was made in Switzerland. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one year warranty for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence. If you are looking for that unique wristwatch to adorn your wrist, then this may be the one for you!







Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Rolex "Oyster Perpetual Date"



Rolex is a name that everyone who is sentient knows. Their quality is legendary and their watches hold their value like a skinflint hangs onto a silver dollar. Knowing that, it becomes of prime importance when selecting a vintage Rolex to take a close look at condition. If you would like to see the pinnacle of great condition, for a watch that is 38 years old, then take a gander at this beauty.

This is a gentleman's "Oyster Perpetual Date" model that is exceedingly handsome! We have never had a nicer 14K solid gold Rolex "Date"....period! This watch is circa 1980 and is just plain beautiful in its simplicity. The wonderful gold dial, the gold chapter markers, gold case, and gold "Jubilee" band all add up to more than the parts. Rolex really hit a home run with this watch. This is the type of watch that has great quality built in, and a subtlety that gives a very classy appearance. It has a 27 jewel, automatic movement that is a virtual trouble-free performer. The photos just cannot do this watch justice. Can you tell that I love this watch? The dial has the classic Rolex crown and all of the applied hour markers in a beautiful high polish gold that is contrasted against the gold, matte-finish dial.
The Rolex name is under the 12, followed by the marking "Oyster Perpetual" indicating that it is waterproof and automatic. Just above the 6 o'clock position is the mark "Superlative Chronometer " which is a quality indication, and beneath that the "Officially Certified" rating. The crown has the classic Rolex crown logo which screws down smooth and tight to the case. The case lugs and band have a bushed, matte finish which is contrasted by the high polish, fluted bezel and high polish band middle and case sides. The case measures 34mm in diameter, not including the crown, by 44mm from lug tip to lug tip (for reference an American Quarter measures 26mm in diameter), by 12mm thick including the crystal. It also has the "Cyclops" magnifier over the date window and comes with its original box and papers.

I'll be amazed if we have this watch long. It is in the best condition and looks fabulous on the wrist. Running like new and fully warrantied for a year. Don't miss it!




Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques 

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Bulova "Accutron Astronaut Mark II"



There is no room for "monkeying around" with this watch. It is a very useful tool watch that bears the name "Astronaut Mark II". It has a Two Time Zone display where your home time is read on a rotating red disc at the 6 o'clock position and the time at your particular position around the world is read by the conventional hands at the dial center. Not only do you know what time it is, but there is also a date window at the 12 o'clock position and a very prominent red sweep second hand that is centrally located. The case is stainless steel for wearing longevity and it measures 34mm in width, by 40mm lug to lug, by 12mm thick (including the crystal) and it takes an 18mm band. What makes it even more dramatic is the red and black contrast of the dial, the silver markers, and the Red Date! The "Accutron" is the world's first "Tuning Fork" watch, the most accurate watch of its day.
The story is told that in the 1960s the American government wanted to keep this timing technology out of the hands of the Russians. So, they asked Bulova to keep it a secret a little longer since we were using this very accurate timekeeper in our space program. When you take a look at the informational pamphlet that Bulova put out to introduce this new idea to jewelers and watchmakers, it has a very space age, cutting edge look (for the day). In the pamphlet it is explained that the seconds are parsed into very discrete segments by the vibrations of a small tuning fork at the heart of the movement. Bulova advertised it as the "watch that hums"! The general public was very much into innovative and stylish watches and Bulova made this very interesting "Astronaut" for space traveling men, women, & monkeys to strap on their wrists.

Father Time Antiques
2108 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
773-880-5599
Father Time Antiques 

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Movado Oversize


This is a real neat Movado Oversize, manual wind, measuring 37mm in diameter (without the crown) by 44mm lug to lug (for comparison an American Quarter measures 26mm in diameter). The rhodium plated case houses a real clean 17 jewel movement that our head watchmaker has running, setting, and winding just like it did when it came from the Movado factory back in the 1940's. It also sports a large sweep second hand that allows the wearer to easily see the seconds slipping by. But what makes my heart skip a beat is the mirrored Arabic numerals. Not only are they reflective, but they give the watch a very vintage appearance that you just don't see in today's wrist armor. There is a visual and tactile quality about the watch that is difficult to express but when you see it in-person you will understand.

Monday, February 6, 2017

Atomic Watch Technology



Did you know? Automatic watches self-wind through the movement of the wearer’s wrist and arm. Mechanical watches still dominate the landscape of luxury timepieces, but automatic watches are true engineering marvels. They essentially wind themselves through the use of in a central weight, a winding rotor, and the rotation and movement of the wearer’s wrist.
This means that when you walk, the natural swinging motion of your arm is going to self-wind the watch so that you never have to!

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Did You know about Mainspring Technology?


Did you know? Modern watches simply couldn’t have existed without the invention of the “mainspring.” There wouldn’t be any Rolex watches if Peter Heinlein hadn't invented the “mainspring” all the way back in 1511. A German clock maker, Heinlein decided to start experimenting with spring powered clocks in the early 16th century, and after reducing the size of these springs dramatically he was able to create the very first modern watch. The mainspring has been critically important in wristwatches (mechanical wristwatches, anyway) ever since!

Friday, December 9, 2016

Why choose Father Time Antiques?

What makes us different than many other watch and clock sellers that you see on the internet, is our level of commitment to the restoration process. We purposely set our standards high so that our customers can rely upon Father Time Antiques to deliver only the best available in the Vintage and Antique watch market. The first step in the process is to select only the watches and clocks that are in the best "as found" condition. In order to do this we work with contacts all over the globe who are constantly on the look out for prime pieces that we can restore and then offer to our customer base. We also attend regional, and national, watch and clock shows under the aegis of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors organization. We have been members of this seminal organization since 1980 and have done business with dealers around the world for over 36 years. We also comb the internet looking for those choice pieces that have not been on the market for many generations and, because we are a "bricks and mortar" store, we can also acquire timepieces over the counter from private collections and past customers.

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Pocket Watches Fun Fact


Did you know? The small pocket in the larger pocket of your jeans was designed for pocket watches. You don't have one? Come to Father Time Antiques to get one of the best pocket watches there is.