Aero Watch Keyless Pocket Watch with Gamet Enamel
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1970
This keyless pocket watch, manufactured by Aero Watch of Neuchatel, Switzerland, and retailed by Jeangold, Horloger, dates to circa 1970. The case back is decorated with cast foliate scrolls, while the hinged front cover displays a polychrome painted enamel flower spray signed by the artist Gamet, framed by a royal blue enamel border adorned with paillons.
The white dial presents radial Roman numerals, outer minute divisions, red 24-hour markers, and a subsidiary seconds dial, all driven by a 17-jewel, rhodium-plated movement. Technical features of the movement include a straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator, and an incabloc shock absorber. The watch is completed by blued steel spade hands.
Evidence at a glance
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- 1
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- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1970
- Type
- Keyless pocket watch
- Maker
- Aero Watch
- Artist
- Gamet
- Retailer
- Jeangold, Horloger
- Escapement
- Straight line lever
- Case diameter
- 48 mm
- Movement type
- 17 jewels, rhodium plated
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Aero Watch
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The dial is rendered in white and follows a classic layout with radial Roman numerals indicating the primary hours. To provide additional functionality, the dial includes outer minute divisions and a distinct set of red 24-hour numerals. A subsidiary seconds dial is integrated into the lower portion of the display. The time is indicated by blued steel spade hands, which contrast against the white dial background. The signature 'Jeangold Horloger' is present on the dial, denoting the retailer of the watch, distinguishing it from the 'Aero Watch S.A.' signature found on the case.
- Visible features
- • Front cover features a painted enamel floral spray signed 'Gamet'. • Case includes an outer royal blue enamel border with gold paillons. • Movement is rhodium-plated with 17 jewels. • Dial contains both Roman numerals and red 24-hour numerals.
- Case and Exterior Decoration
- The watch is presented in a three-body, bassine-style gold-plated case measuring 48 mm in diameter. The exterior finish consists of a brushed surface combined with a detailed cast foliate band that encircles the case edge. The pendant and bow also feature matching cast foliate scrollwork, extending the decorative theme to the attachment point. The hinged front cover serves as the primary visual focus, featuring a hand-painted floral spray on enamel signed by the artist Gamet. This central design is surrounded by an outer border of royal blue enamel, further embellished with paillons, which are small decorative metal foils embedded within the enamel. The case back is similarly decorated with cast foliate scrolls, maintaining consistency with the overall ornate aesthetic of the timepiece.
- Movement and Technical Features
- Internally, the watch is powered by a 17-jewel movement that is rhodium-plated for protection and appearance. The caliber utilizes a straight-line lever escapement and includes a monometallic balance paired with a self-compensating flat balance spring to regulate the timekeeping. To ensure durability and precision, the movement is equipped with an incabloc shock absorber and a micrometer regulator, which allows for fine adjustment of the timing.
Identification
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The source mentions an overhaul is recommended, but the current functional state is not detailed.
- Research required: The exact nature of the 'paillons' decoration in the enamel border is not specified beyond their presence.