1924 Waltham Dress Pocket Watch 12s Grade 1225 17 Jewels White G.F. Openface

Watch Overview

This beautiful timepiece is a vintage Waltham pocket watch, dating from 1924, a well-preserved example of early 20th-century American watchmaking. It features an elegant 44mm round open-face case with engraved details along the bezel and bow, giving it the geometric style commonly seen in designs from the 1920s.

The watch is powered by Waltham’s Grade No. 1225 manual-winding movement, Model 1924 Col.b, featuring 17 jewels, sice 12s and small seconds. Made in United States.

The silver-tone dial shows light aging and retains its original decorative finish. It features stylized Arabic numerals with a matching sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock, and blued steel hands. The layout is balanced and easy to read.

This vintage Waltham pocket watch remains in very good condition with light, honest signs of age. Fully authenticated and ready to enjoy or add to a collection.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Waltham
• Type: Pocket Watch
• Year / Era: 1924 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: United States

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Silver-tone
• Features: Arabic numerals. Sub-second. Minute track

Movement

• Type: Manual-winding
• Jewels: 17
• Caliber: Grade No. 1225
• Some Features:
  • Small-second hand
  • Model 1924 Col.b
  • Run quantity 5,000
  • Size 12s
  • Movement SN 23567014

Case & Band

• Material: 14K White Gold Filled
• Case Shape: Round
• Bezel: Engraved
• Back: Snap
• Crown: Pull-push
• Case Back Markings: Wadsworth Warranted 25 Yrs Pat's Pend'G 6615793
• Closure: Open face

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 44
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 51
• Case Thickness: 9

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: The watch is in good condition, light signs of wear consistent with its age and use, a solid case, bezel and beautiful dial.
• Extras: This timepiece has been fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately. It is ready to wear and enjoy. The pocket watch holder is not included in the purchase.

History & Legacy of Waltham

The Waltham Watch Company, originally founded in 1850 in Roxbury, Massachusetts, was a true pioneer of American horology. Established by David Davis, Aaron Dennison, and Edward Howard, Waltham introduced the revolutionary concept of interchangeable watch parts, making high-quality timepieces more accessible while setting new standards of precision and consistency. Through innovation and determination, the company became one of the most respected watchmakers of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Waltham’s legacy includes iconic models such as the P.S. Bartlett, Appleton Tracy & Co., and Vanguard, highly regarded for their accuracy and craftsmanship. Even Abraham Lincoln is known to have owned a Waltham “Wm. Ellery” watch during the Civil War, underscoring the brand’s historical importance. Although production ceased in 1957, Waltham watches remain celebrated by collectors worldwide as symbols of American ingenuity and a milestone in industrial watchmaking.

About Second Hand Horology

At SECOND HAND HOROLOGY, we offer a curated selection of watches ranging from vintage to modern, including both brand-new and pre-owned timepieces. We’re committed to quality, accuracy, and integrity. Our listings feature:

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