A very special full hunter pocket watch by Waltham. Presented to Signalman Albert Battlesby by...

<li>Movement is currently functioning.

<li>Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye.

<li>Dial appears to be in an average condition with some light marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe.  Some of the paint of the roman numerals has worn away, most noticeably on the 3, 7 and 10 o'clock hour markers. The 15 and 20 minute indicators on the subsidiary dial appear to have been reapplied or redefined. There is a small crack to the dial near the 6 o'clock position.

<li>Hands show noticeable marks and tarnishing The tip of the minute hand appears to be bent.

<li>Glass has some scratches and marks when viewed under a 4x loupe.  

<li>Case shows scratches, marks and dints.

<li>Crown is currently functioning correctly; the surface has light scratches and marking.<p>

<p>This lot comes with a selection of medals to include A Great War Trio comprising the 1914-15 Star, the British War Medal 1914-20 and the Victory Medal, all named to ‘J.31960 A.E. Battersby. Sig. R.N.’  Together with the same trio of medals in miniature and a British Legion cap badge.   

<p>This lot comes with a box in used condition as well as historical newspaper clippings, photographs and medals.<p>

Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.<p> 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>

Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot.<p>

If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Conrad Cunningham on 0121 212 5506 or at conrad@fellows.co.uk