Job Number 180093

Here's another example of non-reversible alterations made to a movement in place of correcting an actual problem. There have been divots raised under the balance cock, using a sharp tool. These have also been filed away, and then more added, and then filed away yet again.

"Creative repairs"...

The lower 4th wheel jewel was really loose. This is the old tool set I use for this type of jewel setting.

Much better...

As though the damage previously done to the plate under the balance cock weren't enough, there's more. Both the top and the bottom of the pallet bridge have been filed thin at the jewel end. I can't image why someone would do this...

There's more. The underside of the balance cock has had the nickel finish completely files away.

Watches like this have  long history.

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This Elgin is a grade 315, 12 size, 15 jewels, made about 1912.