1890 Patek Philippe Split-Second Chronograph Vintage / Antique Mens 50mm Pocket Watch - 18K Gold Metal 267 mechanism found in this

267 mechanism found in this watch

strong black dial with gold Roman numerals

the watch is powered by a well-executed caliber 1600 Rolex mechanism

Our extensive research turned up no other examples ever seen or discussed on the internet and only one to ever come up at auction - thirty-two years ago at Antiquorum

the Oyster Junior Sport ref

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