Summary
Gents pocket watch, nickel plated case, 'Westclox Pocket Ben', Western Clock Co., La Salle, Illinois, 1927. This example made by Westclox in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.
The Pocket Ben was first introduced in 1919.
Physical Description
Nickel plated case, seconds hand, open face and paper dial. Stem and button wound spring; lever escapement.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr John Askew, 11 Apr 1928
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Manufacturer
Western Clock Co, La Salle, Illinois, United States of America, 1927
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Inscriptions
Marked 'Patented Dec. 1, 1925, Patents Pdg.' and on dial 'Westclox Pocket Ben'.
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Type of item
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Exhibition Collection Management
60 mm (Length), 50 mm (Width), 15 mm (Height)
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