Pocket Watch: Antique Baume & Co Half Hunter Pocket Watch

The watch has a Swiss 15-jewel stem-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is signed with the B&Co logo with three small stars, a mark which was formally registered in 1878 although there is evidence it was often used prior to this date. Baume & Co were importers of watches, including Longines watches, into the UK and the Commonwealth. The movement is protected by an inner hinged cover. The watch measures 50mm diameter excluding the winding stem and the loop. The case is the gold filled Empress model from the American Watch Case Company. It is in beautiful condition. The winding crown pushes in to open the front cover. Inside, there is a glass lens which is in lovely condition (some natural light reflection showing in the main photo). The dial is in beautiful condition with blued steel hands, including the special half hunter hour hand so that the time can be read when the front cover is closed. The watch comes in a vintage presentation box. All prices include UK postage (excluding Northern Ireland). Please contact us regarding international shipping costs. Some countries do not allow the importation of antiques / watches / precious metals. Please contact us prior to placing an order if you are unsure about your country and we can check this for you. The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. All of our watches are checked over before listing and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch. We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations. Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the red 'Buy Now' button on each listing page. We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.