{"product_id":"202602286144","title":"1898 British antique J.W. Benson BANK pocket watch, sterling silver open face, in good working order","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWe would like to introduce pocket watches from JW Benson, a watch manufacturer that is a supplier to the British Royal Family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBenson is a watch manufacturer founded in England in 1840, and is a very popular brand in Japan, known for being a favorite of Jiro Shirasu and others.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/silver-lug.com\/blogs\/silver-lug\/p-251\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e[Brand Introduction] JW Benson\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis is an open-faced pocket watch with a sterling silver case and is engraved with the year 1898.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe movement is a British-made hand-wound \"BANK\" movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe Benson with its cursive logo is very popular and is a simple, heavy-duty watch that is typical of British watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is unknown if it has been overhauled, but the balance wheel is in good condition and ticks along smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We hope this once-in-a-lifetime encounter will be a special one for you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e (Explanatory video)\u003cbr\u003e https:\/\/youtu.be\/S6Bs8y0S_pc?si=CAfHfSAAUr6L7Rin \u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/S6Bs8y0S_pc?si=CAfHfSAAUr6L7Rin\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【condition】\u003cbr\u003e Appearance: ★★★★☆ Excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or stains\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Function: ★★★★☆ Maintenance history unknown but in good working order\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e-Case: There is some wear over time, but it is in good condition with no noticeable scratches or dents.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Case markings: There is a sterling silver hallmark from the British Financial Services Agency on the inside of the case back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Dial: In very good condition with no cracks or missing letters. ・Other: The crystal is made of mineral glass and has no scratches or chips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAccuracy: Approximately 1 minute per day when measured with a flat timegrapher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePower reserve: Confirmed from full spring to 42 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*The daily difference may vary depending on your posture, so please use this as a reference only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*It is very old, so I don't know the history of parts replacement or repairs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e【detail】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Brand Benson (JWbenson)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e- Year of manufacture: 1898 (London c.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMovement: Mechanical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Mainspring: Manual winding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Time setting dowel press (nail set)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Serial No. 859146\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase material: Sterling silver (925\/1000)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case diameter 51mm (excluding crown)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Case thickness 17.5mm (including crystal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Weight 116g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*This is an antique item and there is no other item that is exactly the same.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIf you have any questions, please feel free to ask.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"silver-lug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52296235843765,"sku":"202602286144","price":0.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/1551\/4549\/files\/PXL_20260227_091451933.jpg?v=1784187286","url":"https:\/\/kr.silver-lug.com\/en\/products\/202602286144","provider":"SILVER-LUG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}