This exceptional Waltham Vanguard is a high-grade railroad pocket watch featuring a Wind Indicator—a rare and desirable complication that displays the remaining power reserve. Produced around 1910, this 23-jewel timepiece embodies the peak of American railroad watchmaking. With a beautifully preserved case, Railroad dial, and precise performance, it’s an outstanding addition for collectors who appreciate both function and historical significance.
Manufacturer: Waltham Manufacturer Location: Waltham, Massachusetts Movement Serial Number: 18037884 Grade: "Vanguard" Wind Indicator Estimated Production Year: 1910 Size: 16s Jewels: 23 Movement Configuration: Open Face Movement Finish: Nickel Movement Setting: Lever
Movement: Runs excellent and keeps time within 1 minute per day! Service history is unknown.
Case: About 50mm (2 inches) wide, this gold-filled case is in excellent condition, with only slight wear. Cannot find any wear down to the brass. The clear crystal is in great condition.
Dial: The Arabic numeral dial is in fantastic condition with beautifully matched hands, as seen in photos!
This is a pretty uncommon Waltham with a Wind-Indicator (sometimes called Up/Down indicator). They don't make watches like the did when this Waltham Vanguard Railroad grade pocket watch was made over 100 years ago!
