Pocket watch · Fan-form pocket watch

Sector Watch / Record Watch Co. Fan-Form Pocket Watch

Partially verified

Dating to circa the 1900s, this fan-form silver pocket watch is catalogued under Sector Watch and Record Watch Co. The distinctive case measures 59 mm in width and opens to reveal an inner silver cuvette engraved 'Sector Watch' in cursive script, paired with a lid interior scalloped into radiating fluted panels. The Christie's catalog records a manual-wind jumping hour movement signed 'Record Watch Co. S.A., Tramelan Swiss', driving a time-only display on an enamel dial with扇-shaped case contours.

Open fan-form silver pocket watch showing the interior fluted lid and engraved Sector Watch cuvette — Christie's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source: onlineonly.christies.com
Category: Pocket watch · Fan-form pocket watch
Maker / attribution: Record Watch Co. S.A. / Sector Watch
Reference: Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier: 164
Source-reported date: circa 1900s
Country: Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Architecture and Visible Presentation

The pocket watch is built in a fan-form silver housing cataloged with a width of 59 mm. Direct visual examination shows an outer hinged cover opening upward to reveal an inner cuvette engraved "Sector Watch" in cursive script.

The interior face of the case lid features radiating fluted segments resembling the leaves of an opened fan or scallop shell. A sculpted pendant and bow project laterally from the side of the housing, and stamped digits are partially visible along the inner bezel rim.

Evidence for this section

“CASE MATERIAL: Silver”
“DIAMETER: 59mm (Width)”
“Hinged fan-shaped outer cover opens upward, revealing a polished inner cuvette engraved 'Sector Watch' in cursive script.”
“Interior of the case cover is sculpted with radiating fluted segments resembling a fan or scallop shell.”
“A decorative sculpted bow and pendant extend laterally from the side of the case.”
“Case edge shows stamped numbers partially visible along the inner bezel rim.”

Dial and Mechanism Reports

Because the cuvette remains closed in the catalog photograph, the dial and caliber are concealed from view. The auction documentation records an enamel dial and a manual-wind movement, categorizing the functions as "Time Only."

The catalog essay notes that turning the crown reveals a jumping hour function, where "the hour jumps from one to the next with great precision." The movement is documented as signed "Record Watch Co. S.A., Tramelan Swiss," while both the dial and case are signed "Sector Watch." The movement and case are reported to be numbered, though the full sequences are not transcribed.

Evidence for this section

“DIAL: Enamel”
“MOVEMENT: Manual”
“FUNCTIONS: Time Only”
“when you turn the crown to set the time you will notice that the hour jumps from one to the next with great precision.”
“Movement signed Record Watch Co. S.A., Tramelan Swiss, Dial and case signed Sector Watch, movement and case numbered.”

Condition Details and Documentation Limits

The seller's condition notes state that the silver case exhibits light scratches and wear. The enamel dial is described as having developed patina, surface scratches, and hairline cracks, specifically located "towards the center above '30' and a couple above the '55.'"

The watch is attributed to circa the 1900s. Although cataloged as in working order at the time of writing, the movement was not tested for accuracy, and specific serial numbers for the case and movement are not recorded in the source text.

Evidence for this section

“CIRCA: 1900s”
“The case is in good condition with light scratches and signs of wear.”
“The dial has developed patina and has scratches.”
“The dial appears to have a few hair line cracks, one towards the center above "30" and a couple above the "55."”
“The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy.”

Open research questions

What specific serial numbers are stamped on the movement plate and case rim?
What movement caliber or patent was utilized by Record Watch Co. S.A. for this fan-shaped jumping hour mechanism?
How are the minute track and hour aperture arranged across the sector enamel dial?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Sector Watch / Record Watch Co. Fan-Form Pocket Watch
Field	Source-reported value	Source quotation
Case Material	Silver	“CASE MATERIAL: Silver”
Width	59mm	“DIAMETER: 59mm (Width)”
Dial Material	Enamel	“DIAL: Enamel”
Movement Type	Manual	“MOVEMENT: Manual”
Movement Signature	Record Watch Co. S.A., Tramelan Swiss	“Movement signed Record Watch Co. S.A., Tramelan Swiss”
Case and Dial Signature	Sector Watch	“Dial and case signed Sector Watch”
Case Back Sculpting	Sculpted to resemble fan panels	“The case back has been sculpted to look like the panels of a fan which adds to its allure”
Movement Operating State	Working at cataloging; not tested for accuracy	“The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy.”

Visible details

Hinged fan-shaped outer cover opens upward, revealing a polished inner cuvette engraved 'Sector Watch' in cursive script.
Interior of the case cover is sculpted with radiating fluted segments resembling a fan or scallop shell.
A decorative sculpted bow and pendant extend laterally from the side of the case.
Case edge shows stamped numbers partially visible along the inner bezel rim.

Research qualifications

The dial and movement are concealed beneath the closed cuvette in this photograph.
Specific serial numbers are noted as present on the case and movement but are not transcribed in the auction text.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

SECTOR WATCH / RECORD WATCH CO. FAN-FORM, OPEN FACE POCKET WATCH, | Christie’s

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 055bee913c

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