Fine slim 18K gold Swiss hunting case minute repeater antique pocket watch almost
certainly made by Audemars Piguet for Vacheron & Constantin circa 1894.
Engine turned case with repeat slide in the band.
Fine white enamel dial with black and red numerals and blued steel hands.
First quality adjusted 30 jewel nickel movement with distinctive Audemars shaped
bridges. Jeweled to the center and the hammers with wolf's tooth winding and
precision regulator. In particularly fine condition throughout.
When activated, this watch chimes the time using different chime tones to
indicate the hours, quarters and minutes with loud clear tones.
This watch represents a rare instance of cooperation between firms that
were competitors.