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Antique Buren pocket watch, Drongan military connection
Antique Buren pocket watch, Drongan military connection.
The watch has a 15-jewel stem-winding movement identified as by Buren, which is working nicely.
The movement is protected by an inner hinged cover ‘Presented to L Cpl Andrew McCorrie, Royal Scots, by the Drongan Welcome Home Fund, in appreciation for services rendered the Empire.
We believe that the engraver made an error in that the name should read McCrorie, which is a name often found in the Drongan area. Indeed, there are various military records for both Private and subsequently Lance Corporal Andrew McCrorie of Drongan who served in the Royal Scots, service number 43208, including a published casualty list from September 1917.
The case is the gold plated Star model from the Dennison Watch Case Company. It is in good condition, just general light surface marks, nothing serious at all.
The glass lens is in good condition, just a 3mm scratch.
The dial is signed J N Masters Ltd, Rye.
J N Masters was the son of a watchmaker, John Masters of Tenterden, Kent and served time as a journeyman in Sevenoaks. The definition of a journeyman was someone who had completed their apprenticeship but was not yet a master. In 1869, Mr Masters bought the jewellers C F Lewns of Rye. He understood the importance of marketing, often advertising his watches in national papers to certain sectors of the community such as coastguards, railwaymen, military and clergy. These published adverts would perhaps explain how a watch sold in Rye happened to end up in Drongan in Scotland. Mr Masters also sold imported watches, antique clocks, antique jewellery and instruments.
Mr Masters was a colourful character, known to Queen Victoria, and in 1893 he became the Mayor of Rye. He also published an illustrated monthly magazine called 'Hope' containing '20 pages of interesting and instructive reading for 1d per month' and in 1921 he published 'Amusing Reminiscences of Victorian Times’.
The dial has some old damage on number 10. Originally the numbers and hands would have had painted detail but this has been removed, probably because of the radium content. The hands have been overpainted at some stage.
The watch comes in a new presentation box.
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the \'Buy Securely\' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
SellerThe Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Private dealer
By appointment only
Worcestershire
England
Tel : 01386 750238
Non UK callers : +44 1386 750238
The watch has a 15-jewel stem-winding movement identified as by Buren, which is working nicely.
The movement is protected by an inner hinged cover ‘Presented to L Cpl Andrew McCorrie, Royal Scots, by the Drongan Welcome Home Fund, in appreciation for services rendered the Empire.
We believe that the engraver made an error in that the name should read McCrorie, which is a name often found in the Drongan area. Indeed, there are various military records for both Private and subsequently Lance Corporal Andrew McCrorie of Drongan who served in the Royal Scots, service number 43208, including a published casualty list from September 1917.
The case is the gold plated Star model from the Dennison Watch Case Company. It is in good condition, just general light surface marks, nothing serious at all.
The glass lens is in good condition, just a 3mm scratch.
The dial is signed J N Masters Ltd, Rye.
J N Masters was the son of a watchmaker, John Masters of Tenterden, Kent and served time as a journeyman in Sevenoaks. The definition of a journeyman was someone who had completed their apprenticeship but was not yet a master. In 1869, Mr Masters bought the jewellers C F Lewns of Rye. He understood the importance of marketing, often advertising his watches in national papers to certain sectors of the community such as coastguards, railwaymen, military and clergy. These published adverts would perhaps explain how a watch sold in Rye happened to end up in Drongan in Scotland. Mr Masters also sold imported watches, antique clocks, antique jewellery and instruments.
Mr Masters was a colourful character, known to Queen Victoria, and in 1893 he became the Mayor of Rye. He also published an illustrated monthly magazine called 'Hope' containing '20 pages of interesting and instructive reading for 1d per month' and in 1921 he published 'Amusing Reminiscences of Victorian Times’.
The dial has some old damage on number 10. Originally the numbers and hands would have had painted detail but this has been removed, probably because of the radium content. The hands have been overpainted at some stage.
The watch comes in a new presentation box.
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the \'Buy Securely\' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 30/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Category Antique and Vintage Watches
Period 1910s Antiques
Origin Swiss
Maker Buren
Item code as170a10956
Status Sold
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Conversion rates as of 30/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Shipping information
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
Terms and conditions
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country. Please contact us in the first instance, any orders from prohibited countries will be refunded, less any payment fees which are non-refundable.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping and associated charges will be deducted from any refund.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386750238 or you can proceed via the 'Buy Securely' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country. Please contact us in the first instance, any orders from prohibited countries will be refunded, less any payment fees which are non-refundable.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping and associated charges will be deducted from any refund.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386750238 or you can proceed via the 'Buy Securely' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
View all stock from
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Private dealerBy appointment only
Worcestershire
England
Tel : 01386 750238
Non UK callers : +44 1386 750238
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