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FieldWaltham Riverside Maximus
MakerAmerican Waltham Watch Company
CountryUnited States (Waltham, Massachusetts)
PeriodLate nineteenth century into the early twentieth century
DiameterMade in 16 size and 12 size, with earlier larger sizes recorded
HeightVaries by size and plate layout
Jewels23 jewels on the standard specification
Frequency18,000 vibrations per hour
Power reserveApproximately one day between windings
WindingKeyless winding at the crown
SettingLever set or pendant set depending on grade and market
EscapementSwiss lever, with gold centre wheel and raised jewel settings on the finest examples
BalanceJewelled and closely adjusted; some examples with a free-sprung arrangement
ComplicationsSub-seconds on most examples
ArchitectureWaltham's top commercial grade, distinguished from ordinary Riverside grades by a higher jewel count, gold jewel settings, decorative finishing and closer adjustment.