107th Auction
2022/11/19
Lot 294
W. Batty & Sons
A very fine precision observatory chronometer
Sold
estimated
1.800—3.500 €
Price realized
3.800 €
specific features
Case
18 K gold, engraved monogram, case maker's punch mark "FT" (Frederick Thoms).
Dial
Enamel.
Movement
3/4 plate movement, English lever escapement, large gold screw compensation balance, freesprung blued balance spring.
Diam.56 mm
Circa1930
Ctry.England
Wt.156 g
A very fine example of English precision watchmaking, by W. Batty & Sons, Manchester & Southport - its wearer carries the Kew certificate of 80,2 points along at all times, because it is engraved in the movement. The movement, the case and the elegant off-white dial are in outstanding condition.