18-size 21-jewel two-tone Hampden Railway

In 1891, John Dueber's Hampden Watch Co introduced the first 23-jewel watch in America, and the jewel race was on. Factories tried to one-up each other in what became known as the "jewel-packing" era, putting unnecessary jewels anywhere they could. This orphaned 21-jewel two-tone example in the Railway Special grade is in superb shape, with everything matching and correct, including under the dial. The plate gilding is unusually bright, and there's a full set of gilded hardware to match. The double-sunk Arabic dial is flawless behind blued spade hands, but the best part is that it's been fully restored for the next owner and is ready to carry. The case is made of anodized aluminum and 360 brass with relief cuts in the front bezel to make unscrewing it to set the time easier, and the convex glass crystals on both sides makes it easy to show off this exceptional survivor. All new cases come with a 12-inch Type I paracord lanyard and color-matched carabiner to prevent drops.