Welcome to Antique Pocket Watch
Would you like to start collecting Antique Pocket Watches but aren't sure where to begin? Perhaps you need information about pocket watch makers, values, serial numbers, cases, parts, or mechanisms? You've come to the right place.
This site has grown into one of the most comprehensive pocket watch resources on the internet. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer, you'll find detailed articles, serial number look-up tables, buying guides, repair tips, and much more — all in one place.
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Pocket Watch Collecting
History, tips, what to buy, and how to avoid pitfalls.
Read more →Pocket Watch Values
What determines value and how to appraise your watch.
Read more →Railroad Watches
The fascinating story behind railroad-grade timepieces.
Read more →Pocket Watch Repair
Tools, techniques and advice for repair & maintenance.
Read more →Watch Appraisal
Get your pocket watch professionally appraised.
Read more →eBay Auctions
Browse current auctions by maker, type, and country.
Read more →Featured Makers
We have in-depth articles on all the great American and European pocket watch manufacturers, including complete serial number tables so you can date your watch precisely.
Interesting Articles
- John Harrison & the Longitude Problem
- The Railroad Pocket Watch — Safety on the Rails
- The Repeater Pocket Watch
- The Chronograph Pocket Watch
- The Musical Pocket Watch
- The Masonic Pocket Watch
- Military Pocket Watches
- Fake Pocket Watches — What to Look For
- English Hallmarks & How to Read Them
- A–Z of Pocket Watch Parts & Descriptions