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AEDWestclox “Pocket Ben” – Made in U.S.A. – Early to Mid-20th Century Nickel Pocket Watch
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About Auction
TimedNov 8, 2025 - Nov 23, 2025
$1.00 Starting Bids NO RESERVES! Opens Nov 8, staggered lot closing Nov 23. An exclusive auction of men’s vintage pocket watches, fine jewelry, and jewelry-grade gemstones. Featuring gold and silver timepieces from Elgin, Waltham, Hamilton, and more, plus 14K–18K gold rings, chains, and collectible opals, emeralds, and quartz from around the world. No reserves — all bids start at just $1! Opens Nov 8, closes Nov 23 @ 430pm CST. Best Estate Services hello@bestestateservices.com
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- Lot Description
Vintage Westclox Pocket Ben – Made in U.S.A. – early 20th-century American nickel pocket watch.
Description:
Offered here is a Westclox “Pocket Ben” pocket watch, a classic American-made timepiece known for its sturdy construction and reliable timekeeping. Produced by the Western Clock Company (Westclox), this model represents the brand’s commitment to producing durable and affordable pocket watches for everyday use during the early to mid-20th century.
The dial displays a warm, aged patina and is marked “Westclox Pocket Ben” with black Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock, and distinctive art deco-style numerals and minute track. The original luminous hands remain intact, showing expected age-related oxidation and wear. The glass crystal exhibits light surface wear consistent with age and use.
The case is constructed of nickel-plated metal with a polished finish, showing natural wear from handling and use over the decades. The movement is clean and clearly marked “Made in U.S.A.”, confirming domestic manufacture. The regulating arm and balance wheel remain intact, and the watch winds and sets correctly at the time of cataloging, though accuracy and duration of run have not been tested.
An iconic working-class timepiece, the Pocket Ben served as an affordable and reliable watch for soldiers, laborers, and tradesmen across America for much of the 20th century. Its enduring appeal lies in its rugged simplicity and distinctly American design.
Value and Sale Information:
The Westclox Pocket Ben remains one of the most recognizable American pocket watches, celebrated for its affordability and mass appeal during a period when personal timekeeping was becoming accessible to the average worker.
Comparable vintage Pocket Ben watches in similar cosmetic condition typically range from $75 to $150, depending on originality and operation.
This example, with its original dial, hands, and case showing authentic age and character, is valued around $100.
Offered as-is, this Westclox Pocket Ben embodies a true piece of American horological history—simple, practical, and built to last.
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Invoices totaling over $1500.00 must be paid by wire transfer or cashiers check.
Sold as is. Running condition, not tested.
The regulating arm and balance wheel remain intact, and the watch winds and sets correctly at the time of cataloging, though accuracy and duration of run have not been tested.
Offered as-is, this Westclox Pocket Ben embodies a true piece of American horological history—simple, practical, and built to last.
- Provenance
Details:
- Maker: Westclox (Western Clock Co.)
- Model: Pocket Ben
- Country of Origin: U.S.A.
- Era: Early to Mid-20th Century
- Dial: Cream-colored with black Arabic numerals and sub-seconds register
- Hands: Luminous cathedral-style
- Movement: Manual wind, “Made in U.S.A.” marked, with visible regulator scale
- Case Material: Nickel-plated base metal
- Case Diameter: Approx. 50 mm
- Condition: Fair to good; dial shows patina and discoloration, crystal scuffed, case worn; winds and sets, not tested for accuracy
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Buyers are responsible for all shipping costs. Shipping information is not included in the purchase price of your item(s).
If you are the successful bidder, you may either:
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All local pick-up arrangements must be made by Tuesday End of Day following the close of the auction. Local pickups are subject to a flat $5.00 handling fee. Local pick-up will take place 8 days after the close of the auction, on the following Monday between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
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No cash will be accepted at local pick-up locations. All invoices must be paid online prior to arrival.
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Pick-ups are by appointment only within the designated time window.
Please contact us promptly if you are unable to attend the scheduled pick-up so alternate arrangements can be discussed.10. Storage Fees
All items must be picked up or have shipping arranged within two (2) weeks of the auction close.
Items left beyond that time will incur a storage fee of $10 per lot per day, regardless of size or value.Thank you for participating in our auction and for choosing Best Estate Services, Inc.
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