A Few Questions On This Finger Bridge PW

[SethSimon]

Hi All!

Had a few questions on this generic KW/KS one that I just cleaned and oiled and which is running nicely.

1) The only stamp other than serial numbers is a cross or + with 646 on the bottom balance plate. Any idea if this is a model/calibre number or such?

2) Was it common for these to require different key sizes for winding and setting? -first time I've seen that.

3) Were the red 24 hr markers on watches from this age military or railroad markings?

4) When was this type of style produced-late 1800's? Not sure if case markings help.

Thanks! Always looking to learn more from each and every watch!!

 

[MrRoundel]

I have a Swiss bar cylinder movement that has a dial with red 24 hr markers. It also has two different sized arbors for winding and setting, and it has the Louis XVI style hands. At one point I deduced that mine may have been made by a Le Carpentier, but that might have been more of a guess. Sorry about the lighting in the image. Not a lot of light in this room right now and a flash might have added too much glare. Cheers.

 

[SethSimon]

Hi All and Thanks for additional info. Yes--it is complete--Balance and cock reinstalled and it's running well. That stamp is Marque Depose with Lion and Shield..Here are pics.

 

[Dr. Jon]

Movement style suggests 1840-1850

 

[sternerp]

Hi SethSimon!

I found this mark (lion with shield) on the website mikrolisk.de
Albert Kenel & Co, Porrentruy, swiss, registered 13.12.1880

Regards! Peter

 

[SethSimon]

Wow-Thanks! I wrongly assumed that it was just a a generic marking-didn't realize that it was a co. trademark. Thank you so much for clearing that up and providing a name! Seth