Q: I have inherited my grandfather’s World War I era Hamilton railroad pocket watch that he used during his days working on the steam trains. It is not worth much money-wise, but it tells an important ...

Railroad watches came into being after trainmen keeping different times led to a number of accidents in the 19th century. Contributed photos In today’s edition of What’s It Worth? we answer a reader’s ...

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The all-in-one device is not a new trend by any means. Whereas we’ve recently combined music players and cellphones, our great-grandfathers were tinkering with other ways of saving pocket ...

Like wedding rings and china sets, antique pocket watches often become precious family heirlooms passed down from parent to child for generations. They never lose their charm no matter how beaten and ...

The term “American-made” holds little allure for those who have learned to regard Switzerland as the sole source of fine mechanical watches. Yet the quality and design of American timepieces once ...

As dozens of its peers proffer ultramodern interpretations of the complicated wristwatch, Bovet Fleurier has returned its focus to the decidedly old-fashioned pocket watch. These timepieces, however, ...

Frontier spirit meets fine horology in the designer’s new turquoise-dialled timepiece ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. The Peoria Watch Co., Peoria, Ill., ...

LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a digital age defined by instant updates and smart technology, a surprising trend is emerging ...