Dent London 18ct Gold Pocket Watch, 1902

18ct gold open face, centre seconds, pocket watch by Dent,…
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18ct gold open face, centre seconds, pocket watch by Dent, London, number 53658, 50 mm plain case, hallmarked London 1902 by Joseph Walton, Upper Charles Street, London EC. Inner 18ct gold dust cover. White enamel dial signed Dent (in triangle), London. Roman numerals, rail track minutes, with 300 indices, Arabic numerals at 5-minute intervals. Blued steel centre seconds, gold hands. ¾ plate moment signed 'Dent, Watchmaker to the King, 61 Strand & 4 Royal Exchange, London. No.53658. lever escapement. 118gm.2400

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  • Lever Escapement - A lever escapement is a type of escapement mechanism used in mechanical clocks and watches to regulate the timekeeping of the movement. It was invented by British clockmaker Thomas Mudge in the 18th century and is now widely used in modern mechanical timepieces.

    The lever escapement consists of three main parts: the escape wheel, the pallet fork, and the lever. The escape wheel is a wheel with teeth that is driven by the clock or watch's main spring or weight. The pallet fork is a two-pronged component that is positioned so that it can engage with the teeth of the escape wheel, and the lever is a small, L-shaped component that is attached to the pallet fork.

    When the escape wheel turns, one of its teeth pushes against one of the pallet fork's prongs, causing the fork to pivot. As the pallet fork pivots, it releases the tooth and engages with the next tooth on the opposite side of the escape wheel. At the same time, the lever, which is connected to the pallet fork, rocks back and forth, allowing the escape wheel to turn at a regulated rate.

    The lever escapement is prized for its accuracy and reliability and is commonly used in high-end mechanical watches. It allows for precise timekeeping by ensuring that the movement of the watch or clock is regulated and consistent, and its compact size makes it an ideal choice for use in small, portable timepieces.

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