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Westclox Open Face Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This vintage mid-20th century open-face pocket watch was manufactured by Westclox in the United States. According to the seller, the round chrome-plated metal case measures 49.7 mm in diameter, 14 mm in thickness, and features an acrylic crystal over a snap case back. The dial exhibits a dark green central field bordered by an outer minutes track, with an embossed raised metallic chapter ring displaying Arabic numerals 1 through 12. Two gold-tone central hands indicate the time, while the dial is signed 'WESTCLOX' and 'MADE IN U.S.A.' The watch is powered by a manual-winding movement.

Front view of Westclox pocket watch on wooden stand
Front view of Westclox pocket watch on wooden stand — SECOND HAND HOROLOGY. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
secondhandhorology.com
Category
Pocket watch · Open-face pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Westclox
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
WA-5798
Source-reported date
Mid-20th Century
Source-reported place
United States

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

Identity and Provenance

This pocket watch is identified by the retailer as a vintage Westclox production manufactured in the United States. The seller attributes the piece to the mid-20th century.

The timepiece is presented in a chrome-plated metal case featuring an open-face configuration. The details provided regarding the movement and internal construction are based on seller descriptions.

Evidence for this section
  • “This is a vintage Westclox pocket watch, manufactured in the United States and likely dating from the mid-20th century.”
  • “Case Material: Chrome-plated metal”
  • “Closure: Open face”

Dial and Aesthetic Features

The dial is characterized by a dark green central field. Timekeeping is indicated by gold-tone central hands, with the dial signed 'WESTCLOX' and 'MADE IN U.S.A.' positioned at the bottom.

Peripheral to the central field is a raised outer chapter ring containing Arabic numerals. The dial also incorporates a central minutes track.

Evidence for this section
  • “The watch features a dark green dial with Arabic numerals in a raised outer chapter ring and a central minutes track.”
  • “The dial is signed “WESTCLOX” and “MADE IN U.S.A.” at the bottom.”

Construction and Condition

The round case measures 49.7 mm in diameter and 14 mm in thickness, utilizing a press-fit (snap) case back. The watch is protected by an acrylic crystal.

Reported condition includes light signs of wear consistent with age and use.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case Size: 49.7”
  • “Case Thickness: 14”
  • “Back: Press-fit case back (snap)”
  • “Crystal: Acrylic”
  • “Condition: The watch is in good condition, light signs of wear consistent with its age and use.”

Open research questions

  • Does the serial number, if located internally, correlate with specific Westclox mid-century production cycles?
  • Is the raised metallic chapter ring a factory-standard feature for this specific Westclox reference or an aftermarket modification?
  • What specific manual-winding caliber is contained within this 49.7 mm chrome housing?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Westclox Open Face Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerWestclox“Brand: Westclox”
Country of ManufactureUnited States – U.S.A.“Country of Manufacture: United States – U.S.A.”
Dial ColorDark green“Color: Dark green”
Case Size49.7 mm“Case Size: 49.7”
Movement TypeManual-winding“Movement Type: Manual-winding”
Case MaterialChrome-plated metal“Case Material: Chrome-plated metal”
SKUWA-5798“SKU: WA-5798”
MovementManual-winding“Movement Type: Manual-winding”
CrownPull-Push“Crown: Pull-Push”

Visible details

  • Dark green central dial section signed 'WESTCLOX' below 12 and 'MADE IN U.S.A.' at the bottom edge.
  • Raised outer metallic chapter ring with applied or embossed Arabic numerals 1 through 12.
  • Gold-tone central hour and minute hands.
  • Chrome-plated open-face case with top-mounted winding crown and angular bow.
  • Visible fine scratches and handling marks on the polished metal bezel and crystal.

Research qualifications

  • The internal movement and movement details are not visible in the photograph.
  • Case back construction is described by the source but not depicted in the image.
  • The wooden display holder is not part of the timepiece.

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

Consulted source

Vintage Westclox Pocket Watch USA Made – Dark Green Dial – Manual Wind – SECOND HAND HOROLOGY

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record df1814d9e4

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