18-size 15-jewel Gilt Model 5 GM Wheeler Elgin
Some watches were meant to be carried as a constant companion to mark all of life's events, and this is one of them, because it's been around since Grover Cleveland's first term as President. It's a man's watch - big, heavy and handsome, converted to display to show off the movement. Think of all the things from history that it has witnessed.
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Just What Restored Means
Restoring a watch doesn't mean to make it brand new again, which isn't possible. Nobody can remove the mileage, the scratches, and the history.
What it means is complete disassembly and cleaning, and to examine every component for defects under a 30x scope. It means making sure that every gear, every screw, every spring, everything under the dial is the correct part and operating within the tolerances set at the factory all those years ago. It means timing it in all positions as close to zero error as its escapement will allow. It means making sure the dial is the proper one for a given model and that it's cleaned well and repaired if necessary. It means that all the hands are the ones that are supposed to be there and not just any ones found in a jar. It means the case is immersed in a tank and the pendant cleaned separately, that the bow and crown are right for that brand, and a new crystal.
It means a mechanical work of art you can be proud of.
The Accessories
Display Domes
Display Domes
Display Domes
A perfect way to show off your family heirloom is under a 3x4-inch glass display dome with a walnut base on your mantel, protected from dust and out of harm's way but visible for everyone to admire.
Display Cases
Display Domes
Display Domes
Safely store or display your favorite pieces in a custom wooden cabinet, designed and built to your specifications in your choice of domestic species, finishes, hardware and lighting packages.
Restoration Highlights
One of Illinois's rarest watches was the 23-jewel Washington Lafayette. Only 190 were ever made.