D. Gruen & Sons Assmann 16s Gold Escapement 18j OF Pocket Watch 48mm Scarce

Description: ATTENTION BUYERS: If you don't intend to pay for the item you won within 3 days then please don't participate in our auctions. Bidders with less than 5 positive feedbacks please contact me before bidding. WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of measurement error as we always accurately describe item dimensions such as SIZE and BRACELET LENGTH. PLEASE NOTE: pre-owned items will have usage and wear which is considered normal condition and WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of condition issues that is within parameter of normal wear (including but not limited to: crystals, case, crown, caseback, bracelet, strap, buttons, screws, dial, hands). We only sell 100% AUTHENTIC items. FOR THIS ITEM WE SHIP ONLY BY FEDEX TO INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS. PLEASE INQUIRE BEFORE MAKING PURCHASE/BIDS TO SEE IF WE CAN SHIP TO YOUR COUNTRY/TERRITORY.NOTICE FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS REGARDING PAYMENT: Please contact us before you participate in our sale or make any offers regarding payment . We require mandatory discussion of payment terms before purchase. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Normal 0 false false false EN-US ZH-CN X-NONE We are pleased to offer another wonderfully scarce and top grade pocket watch for sale. In this listing we have a D. Gruen & Son pocket watch made in the late 1890s by. The so-called ‘Assmann-Gruen’ model movement resulted from the collaboration between Assmann Watch Manufacturer of Glashutte Germany and Gruen Watch Co. These were the first watches sold by Gruen with their namesake on it. Gruen made changes to the classic Glashutte ¾ style movement by making it into a split plate design in order to market this great product as a railroad watch which by the end of the 19th Century most American Railroad Watches had a split plate movement design. Assmann Watch Manufacturer of Glashutt Germany was at the time one of the finest watchmaker in Europe and this movement is a testament to their workmanship. All of the jewel settings where made from solid gold, as well as the escape wheel and fork. The balance and pallet fork bridges are finished with fine hand-engraving and inlaid with gold. The watch was adjusted for heat, cold, isochronism, and positions ‘ACHIP’. These were the watches that put the ‘Gruen’ name on the map which eventually became a world-famous high grade watch brand. Condition-wise the watch winds, sets and runs. However, since we have not had it serviced we do not make any guarantee on timekeeping accuracy or longevity. Antique pocket watches like this specimen will likely need full service to run normally, it is the sole decision and responsibility of end-user to service or not. Cosmetically the dial has no hairline or chips and it has very pleasing gilt 5min outer numerals. The movement has some rust to the winding wheels which can be polished off given the right watchmaker. The case it has is a nickle display case, it can easily be converted to another 16 size open sized case if so desired. Diameter is 48mm. PURCHASE TERMS: PAYMENT We only accept payment made by eBay managed payment. Buyers are welcomed to use all acceptable payment methods under eBay Managed Payment Platform including PayPal, Credit Cards, e-Checks, and more. We will process shipping once funds are received and paid out from our seller managed payment account which usually takes 3-4 business days. SHIPPING For domestic shipping we only use FedEx. Shipping cost listed uses 2 days Express delivery. Overnight shipping will be available upon request. For international sales outside of USA please inquire before making bids or purchase for shipping availability and cost to your country. All items are required to include insurance in which the cost will depend on the ending value of the item. By nature of the transaction we reserve the right to declare full value on customs. Buyer will also be required to provide positive feedback before the item ships. Please contact us before the auction ends so we can estimate international shipping cost. RETURN There is generally NO RETURNS for vintage or antique watches sold. Only exception is that return can be requested if the item significantly deviate from the listing description and must be made within 2 days after receiving item. Any doubts must be addressed before the payment is made. We will not accept returns based on arguments that comes after the payment has been made. In case a return is agreed, buyer must return the item to us first before reimbursement is made. Reimbursement will not include original shipping cost and return shipping must also be paid by the buyer. Request for returns made on the basis of claiming items are NOT AS DESCRIBED will be subjected to a 15% restocking fee and no refund will be given to original shipping cost. Please note that we ALWAYS CLEARLY DESCRIBE our items and if it's our error then we will provide unconditional FULL REFUND. CONTACT Please don't hesitate to ask questions, especially when you are concerned with anything! Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.

Price: 2500 USD

Location: Southern California

End Time: 2023-10-21T18:43:58.000Z

Shipping Cost: 39.99 USD