Tag Archives: 1800’s Watch

Patek Philippe 1873

Posted on 29/05/2011 by robswatches

  In 1842 French watchmaker Adrien Philippe invented the keyless wind mechanism which allowed watches to be wound and set by means of crown rather than a key. In 1951 he formed a partnership with Polish watchmaker Antoni Patek and … Continue reading →

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Longines Pocket Watch 1891

Posted on 07/04/2011 by robswatches

      The Longines brand started in 1866 but the company had existed since 1832. It has mostly during it’s history been synonymous with quality timepieces but it has had it’s downs. This watch represents one of it’s downs.  … Continue reading →

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