Swiss 47mm 16J pin set (PS) pocket watch, case #47952, also #47952 under the dial however no additional manufacturer information, impressive nickel bridge style movement with a fancy-layout winding barrel bridge, a right angle pin lever escapement, bar-style damascene on the bridges and a tight fish-scale damascene on the main and winding barrel bridge, unmarked porcelain enamel dial with bold Roman numerals has an expert repair at 10 o'clock, blue steel spade & whip style hands.
Lovely 0.950 warranted silver (silver plate) demi-hunting case (HC) with a "JB" and anchor hallmark, smooth polish with raised lip bezels, bright blue enamel Roman numerals are set around the front case aperture so that the hands also display the time while the case is closed, offset hinges, a large heavy bow and an inscription on the dust cover "Frank Prosser 1884", case is showing normal even wear with some small spots of damage to the silver plating on the frame & bezel, a bit of enamel missing from the demi-hunter markings and some short but notable scratches on the frame & dust cover from case opening attempts, additionally the case currently has some uneven patina across the covers & frame which we have left as some customers prefer the natural aging, however we can polish the case to a bright shine at no charge on request, measures approx. 51mm in diameter x 75mm in length x 19mm thick. An impressive, high quality Swiss watch from the late 1800s in excellent overall condition!
- Year Made: late 1800s
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Company:
Swiss
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Movement Size:
2947mm
- Jewels: 1216J
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Setting/Movement Type:
pin set
- Serial #: 47952
- Movement Finish: nickel
- Movement Details: hunting case movement (HCM), bridge layout, fancy plate layout
- Dial Material: porcelain enamel
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Hand Style:
spade & whip
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Case Style:
demi-HC
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Case Material:
Silver Plated, Enamel
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Case Details:
"Frank Prosser 1884" inscription, offset hinges, enamel accents
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Case Width/Diameter:
51mm (2.01 inches)
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Case Length, bow included:
75mm (2.95 inches)
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Case Thickness:
19mm (0.75 inches)
- Crystal Material: plastic
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Condition:
Excellent
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Gender:
Gentlemen's
This watch is in good running condition, unless otherwise noted in the description. This means that on receipt, pending any item-specific running conditions noted in the description, you can expect the watch to be winding and setting properly and to run smoothly while keeping reasonable time. We consider "reasonable time" to meet these basic guidelines:
- Railroad Grade Watches will be keeping +/- 5 minutes per day
- Pocket and Wrist Watches with 15 or more jewels will be keeping +/- 10 minutes per day
- All key wind watches and watches with 14 or fewer jewels will be keeping +/- 15 minutes per day
The above guideline is the lowest standard in which we would ship out a watch, however in most cases, you will see much better timekeeping. Most of our watches have been in storage for many years, so if you plan on carrying/wearing them everyday, you should consider having them cleaned and oiled soon, and then once a year thereafter to keep them in top running condition. If the watches will be for occasional use or display, they should be cleaned and serviced every 3 to 5 years depending on use.
As of October 30th, 2025, we are not offering a cleaning and service option through PM Time Service. While we do hope to offer this again in the future, we are unfortunately unable to meet customer requests for watch servicing at this time. Please note that, unless otherwise mentioned within the "Full Description" tab, this watch is being sold in good running condition and is ready to wear or carry on arrival.
This watch comes complete with an appropriate, intact plastic crystal; however, on request PM Time Service can replace the current crystal on this pocket watch for you. We offer a number of new and vintage crystal choices for pocket watches; you can select your desired choice from the dropdown menu below.
Please note that the average turnaround time for all pocket watch crystal replacements will be two days from the placement of the order.
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Unlike modern quartz watches, most vintage watches need daily winding in order to keep the watch functioning for timekeeping. Additionally, there are a number of different ways to set the time other than simply pulling the crown away from the watch body. We are happy to provide an overview of each of the different setting types on our
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