JW Benson - A George V 9ct full hunter pocket watch and 'double Albert' chain

c1934, the signed white dial, 40mm diameter, with black Roman numerals, gold coloured spade hands, subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock and chemin de fer chapter ring, signed mechanical crown wind movement engraved 'The Field, Best London Make' number Y6964 with hand setting button at 4 o'clock, full hunting case, 50mm diameter, exterior engraved with a monogram, interior with London hallmarks for 9ct gold, numbered 3177, the cuvette similarly marked, gross weight 92.2g, presented in the original fitted case and accompanied by a slender 9ct gold rolled curb link 'double Albert' watch chain, each link stamped '9 375', terminating in two swivel catches and with free running hallmarked T bar, overall length 37.5cm, and weight 14.4g (2)

Condition Report

Crystal: Complete and undamaged. Some minor surface scratches as to be expected.

Dial: In good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some very minor spotting and nicks around 10 - 12 o'clock and by the signature, visible under magnification.

Movement: In working order though not tested for timekeeping. Crown winds satisfactorily, and with the hand setting button fully depressed the hands move freely in both directions.

Case: Some surface scratching as to be expected. Spring-loaded cover operates well and closes positively. Rear cover a tight fit and closes positively. Cuvette the same. Monogram to the front cover. Pendant bow satisfactory.

Chain: Links a little stretched but adequate. Both swivel catches fully operational.