An open face centre seconds pocket watch by Hogg and Shaw. Hallmarked London 1886. Signed...

<li> Keyless wind movement is currently functioning.

<li> Movement appears in a very good state, balance wheel is intact.

<li> Screws to the movement show tiny scuffs and the blue finish is coming off in various places.

<li> Dial does not appear cracked.

<li> Debris is noticeable in a few places to the dial, would benefit from a clean.

<li> Dial does not show any scuffs.

<li> Minute and hour hands are slightly scuffed to the entire surface.

<li> Second hand appears in a very good state with some tiny scuffs to the centre only.

<li> Glass shows some noticeable scratches to the entire surface as a result of general wear, there are also some tiny chips to the edges noticeable only under closer inspection.

<li> Gold plating from the crow is coming off.

<li> Case shows noticeable scratches to the entire surface, majority appears superficial only and should polish out.

<li> Some deeper marks are noticeable to the sides of the case where a knife has been used to open it.

<li> This watch comes with its class A certificate with 76.2 marks from Kew Observatory where a trial took place between 17th October and 30th November 1887. <p>

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Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.<p>

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