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1907 Waltham English “Maximus” 19 Jewel 0 Size Trench Watch

Name: 1907 Waltham English “Maximus” 19 Jewel 0 Size Trench Watch
Brand: Waltham Watch Company
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

Price:$1,230

$1,356List Price

About the Item

Welcome to my humble neck of the watch world. I have a rare find for you to discover. If you are intrigued, read on, if not, you should be! The movement in this watch has been manufactured with a solid gold gear train! Yes, that is correct. The Waltham Maximus was considered one of Waltham’s finest movement masterpieces! Not convinced yet. How about that in 1906 they only made 500 movements, sounds like a limited edition to me. Waltham Maximus! If you are a collector or a researcher, you will know that this movement is one of the hardest to source. The movement is the crown jewel of this English Offering (more on that later) First a snippet of history, we all like history! The first product of the new structure was the 1883 model which was a modern full plate watch and then the 1888 model was produced as the new design of the Nashua product line. Once the company had rationalized the actual products, they turned to the issue of a "premium" product line and its relationship to the main lines of production. Fitch and almost certainly Robbins were uncomfortable with the American Watch Co. grade because there was no valid market for it in the United States. Its market demand was appropriate for a handmade watch but could not support a mass-produced watch. Waltham was having a difficult time moving the product. Henry Ford actually bought the remainders of these efforts during the depression. In other words a difficult start up. The 1896 introduction of the Riverside Maximus grade was the final resolution with a new "premium" line that was not so far above the normal products that it could still be used to promote all the models and grades. Later, a strictly limited production loss leader was produced in the Premier Maximus to establish a prestige watch point that still carried the Maximus name. The Waltham “Maximus” series is considered among Waltham collectors as their finest movement. This beautiful watch dates back to 1904. The movement is the highly coveted “Riverside Maximus”. It is a “0” size with 19 jewels. In 1904 they only made 500! In its entire production run from 1900 to 1911 they only produced 9,684! In 1905, 1909 and 1910 they did not produce any! I am not done with the characteristics of this rare watch. First, notice the Waltham name has USA underneath, this is often an indication that this watch was produced for England / United Kingdom. Here is the fascination history, the British hallmarks that are stamped inside the case back. This unveils a manufacturing story. The Anchor Stamp: This indicates the Birmingham England Assay office The Lion Stamp: This indicates sterling silver, in this case 925, or 92.5% Sterling Silver The Letter S: This indicate the year the case was manufactured, how about 1917 The letters ALD The venerable case manufacturer Dennison, they were a premier case manufacture for Rolex, Omega, Waltham and many others in the 1900’s What is a “Trench Watch” What are Trench watches? They were created using 3-0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and installing into watch cases that were meant to worn on the wrist. They often have some of the following characteristics: Fixed or Wire Lug: No traditional spring bar attachment as found in today’s watches. Case Material: It or often Solid Gold - Sterling Silver Silverode or Gold Filled.. The case lid snaps snug on the case. The Case back opens at a 90 degree angle. This is important to note as many cases were badly damaged by their owners by pulling back the case back lid too far and damaging the hinge assembly. This watch case has been taken care of throughout its 100 years, it is in remarkable shape. *For more practical purposes, a special alloy was developed which went by several different names, such as, "Silveroid, Silverore, Silverode or Silverine. "Silveroid" appears to have become the standard name for this metal that consisted of 45 percent nickel, 54 percent copper and 1 percent manganese. This metal was fairly hard wearing and could withstand the rigors of everyday use, for instance on the Railroads. Case Manufactures: There were many case manufacturers that made cases for Trench Watches. Some of the more well know were: Dennison (English Manufacturer) Illinois (not affiliated with the Illinois Watch Company) Depollier and Sons, Wadsworth, Fahys, Philadelphia, Fortune and many more The dial is a beautiful classic military dial, it is often referred as a “Shadow Box” numeral. I see no tiny hairlines that were so prevalent with enamel-porcelain dials. Notice the Waltham name with the USA underneath. This dial was meant for the English (British) market. Let’s summarize: Watch Case: British Case, manufactured by ALD, Dennison Watch Case Company Dial: Waltham USA; English Dial due to the USA Movement: Waltham’s finest movement sent to England Assembled: In England for the British market, most likely for an officer due to the collective cost The movement has had an overhaul and cleaning as of October 2023. It runs beautifully. The case has been gently polished, there is no wear through! Another indication that this watch was taken care of. The hinge open at 45 degrees, this indicates that it was never pulled back to far or abused in its lifetime. Below are the specs on the highly coveted movement: Below is an advisement description of the “0” size movement from 1906 describing the 0 size 19 jeweled movement as seen on PWD web site! 0 Size Waltham Riverside Maximus 19 Jewel Nickel Movement 19 diamond and ruby jewels 1 pair diamond caps Raised gold settings Adjusted and carefully timed Compensating balance Both balance pivots running on diamonds Meantime screws: (Details, Meantime screws have a longer threaded section and a flat end. These characteristics let the adjuster change the rate. It can make the watch run faster or slower. They were often required on Railroad Watches for accuracy and timing! Patent detachable balance staff Patent Breguet hairspring, hardened and tempered in form Double-roller escapement Sapphire jewel pin permanently driven into the roller Steel escape wheel Exposed sapphire pallets Patent micrometric regulator Solid gold train, tempered steel safety barrel, exposed winding wheels Grade: Maximus Manufacturer: Waltham Manufacturer Location: Waltham, Massachusetts Movement Serial Number: 15047314 Grade: Maximus Model: 1900 Estimated Production Year: 1906 Run Quantity: 500 Total Production: 9,684 Size: 0s Jewels: 19 Jewel Movement Configuration: Open Face Movement Finish: Nickel Movement Setting: Pendant Plate: 3/4 Plate Regulator: Patent Hairspring: Breguet Adjusted: Yes Adjusted to Position: Yes Railroad Grade: No Data Research: 1954 Waltham "Gray Book" List Case: Various I will package the watch like a china doll to insure its safe arrival. It will be insured against loss as well. I am proud of my offerings. I would only offer watches that I would offer to my own family. I will be here long after the purchase is made. I want repeat business, not just one. I understand the value of legendary customer service. The case back shows some imperfections, this is natural considering its age. This watch is not perfect, if it was I would be describing it that way. This case for as old as it is, is in remarkable condition. The real crown jewel is the highly collectible “Maximus” movement, sometimes I wait months to get one, and most of them are so badly damaged they are to be parts only.

Creator:
Waltham Watch Company
Case Material:
Sterling Silver
Movement:
Case Dimensions:
Width: 1.26 in (32 mm)Diameter: 1.26 in (32 mm)
Style:
Art Deco
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1900-1909
Date of Manufacture:
1907
Condition:
Repaired: New Crystal Mechanical Service Stem and Sleeve Repair New Watch Band Case Hand Polished. Replacements made: New Crystal Mechanical Service Stem and Sleeve Repair New Watch Band Case Hand Polished. New Crystal Mechanical Service Stem and Sleeve Repair New Watch Band Case Hand Polished.
Seller Location:
Raleigh, NC
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU3149220718812

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