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American Waltham Watch Co. was in operation from 1852-1957 and was an American pocket watch manufacturer. Manufacturing of Waltham watches took place at their facility in Waltham, Massachusetts.
This is the first time we have ever encountered a dial like this, and we are genuinely second guessing whether we should offer it for sale. A purple Waltham signature with that color carried through to the sub seconds register, indices decorated with inlay and a soft violet shadow, blue gems set into the minute track to mark five minute intervals, and golden motifs placed between each numeral. The result is one of the most striking multichromatic porcelain enamel dials we have ever seen. The original golden Louis XIV hands echo the warm tones of the dial while providing sharp contrast against the bright white porcelain enamel, creating a sense of balance and quiet elegance. Beneath the dial is Walthams 15 jewel Seaside grade movement, produced between 1896 and 1912. This caliber features an exposed mainspring barrel and richly executed Geneva stripe damaskeening throughout. Every component was carefully refinished in our Little Rock, Arkansas workshop. Screws and steel hardware were thermally blued by hand over an open flame, improving corrosion resistance while adding subtle visual contrast (read more here). The jewel settings, gear train, balance, and balance weights were individually hand polished to restore their original golden sheen. The result is an exceptional piece, pairing a truly one of a kind multichromatic dial with one of the finest smaller profile movements Waltham ever produced.
The timepiece is housed in a surgical-grade 316L stainless steel conversion case with a 40 mm diameter—offering one of the best fits for any conversion available. The case includes both caseback and crown gaskets, providing water resistance up to 50 meters, though it is recommended to remove the watch before engaging in water activities. The watch comes fully serviced and ready for your next adventure.
Watch Performance
Accuracy: +/- 10 seconds per day
Amplitude: 300 degrees
Beat Error: 1.5 ms
Frequency: 18,000 (5 beats per second)
Power Reserve: 24-30 hours
Complication: Sub second hand
Watch Specifications
Manufacture: Waltham
Location: Waltham, Massachusetts
Year Manufactured: 1906
Dial Material: Porcelain-enamel (flawless)
Jewels: 15 jewels
Case Diameter: 40 mm
Front Crystal: Domed sapphire
Back Crystal: Flat sapphire
Case Material: 316L stainless
Lug width: 20 mm
Lug to Lug: 48 mm
Height: 13 mm
Original Case Included: No
Serial Number: 14852590
Water Resistance: 50 meters
Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
All Frett & Co. Clockworks watches come with a full 1-year warranty unless otherwise stated.