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The Pocket Watch: A Reliable Old Classic Of The Past.
Thursday, May 31st, 2007 by adminOne cannot watch a period movie without a character using a pocket watch or at least catching a glimpse of one. These timepieces have been in use for hundreds of years in varying forms. Indeed, those who have an affinity for antique watches will find that the history of the pocket watch is an interesting one.
What is a Pocket Watch?
In general terms, a pocket watch is, hence the name, carried in the pocket and is a strapless timepiece. These watches typically have a analog display. The face of the watch is protected by a hinged cover, although there are some types that are open-faced. Although the watch itself is strapless, it comes with a chain that is meant to be secured to a belt loop, a lapel, or a waistcoat. These chains can be quite decorative, and are referred to as fobs.
The Evolution of the Pocket Watch
Early examples of this kind of watch surfaced as early as the 16th century. While these watches were in the same style as subsequent pocket watches, they were quite large, and thus had to be worn around the neck. The 17th century saw the emergence of the first watches that were actually small enough to be worn in a pocket.
Pocket watches became especially popular during the latter part of the 19th century. It was during that time that the railroad was becoming quite popular, and as such it became the chosen timepiece of railroad conductors. It actually became required, because knowing the time was necessary in order to prevent train wrecks, and also for insuring that a train was going to make its intended destination on time.
These watches continued to be quite popularly used by both men and women until the wristwatch was invented. Wristwatches then became favored by women, while men still preferred the pocket watch, as it had become a sign of masculinity.
However, once World War I began, men started to wear wristwatches. There was very little time to waste on the front by taking a watch out of a pocket when one could easily check the time on a wristwatch. Despite this, railroad conductors, perhaps out a sense of tradition, continued using pocket watches.
While the use of pocket watches have been almost totally replaced by wristwatches now, the more ornate watches are prized by collectors. Indeed, pocket watches are the ultimate timepiece of the past.
Pocket Watches: Classy, Stylish Promotional Items
Sunday, May 6th, 2007 by adminIf you have ever worked for your company’s marketing department, you will know the importance of keeping your clients’ goodwill. Keeping clients happy is a time-honored strategy, and no one is better at this than corporate America. In fact, giving promotional items, or things with your company’s name on it, is considered part of a marketing plan.
So, what is the best present to give to clients?
Try pocket watches. A good present is one that has combines utility with physical beauty in equal measures. No executive gift is as elegant and tasteful as pocket watches. Not only is it useful, it is historically significant, too.
In 1542, a man named Peter Heinlein made a portable watch, which he kept in his pocket. This carry-around watch greatly helped in the creation of navigational maps. Throughout the years, pocket watches became staple accessory for the nobility. It was not used by people from all social classes until the early 1900s.
The beauty of pocket watches is that they are small and highly portable. Additionally, they may be used as a practical addition to one’s wardrobe. They come in many elegant styles and no matter what your clients’ industry may be, you will never run out of pocket watches that will prove useful to them. After all, who does not need a watch? Who does not need to know time?
Most companies set a limit on the amount that should be spent on executive gifts for clients. This will not be a problem should you decide to purchase pocket watches. Pocket watches have prices ranging from the ridiculously low to the inordinately high. Additionally, your clients’ diverse fashion styles will not pose problems, too, because pocket watches may be worn in a number of ways. They may be worn as necklaces or cufflinks. Or, you could simply put them in your pocket.
A good way to personalize the pocket watches you give to clients is through engraving. Aside from having your company name and a brief message written on pocket watches, you could also add the clients’ names. Engraving will make clients feel special because it sends out the message that the company knows them by name and took the time to have these names etched onto pocket watches.
Another way to personalize pocket watches is through design. This is done so that clients can make the association between the timepieces and the products or services your company provides. For example, if your company manufactures shoes, the pocket watches may come in the shape of a boot or a sole. Or, it may have a shoe logo on its face.
The marketing possibilities where pocket watches are concerned are endless. In your choice of pocket watches, however, be sure you pick those that capture both the attention and the imagination. Giving executive gifts is an excellent way to maintain a positive relationship between the company and its clients. More often than not, the gift you choose will come to symbolize, for the client, everything that the company stands for. In picking out the pocket watches to give to clients, be sure you choose the timepieces that can do the talking for you.
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Collector’s Encyclopedia of Pendant and Pocket Watches 1500-1950: Identification and Values (Collector’s Encyclopedia) (Hardcover)
Tuesday, April 24th, 2007 by admin
Product details- Hardcover: 365 pages
- Publisher: Collector Books (30 Jul 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1574323954
- ISBN-13: 978-1574323955
- Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 0.9 inches
The Pocket Watch: Reliable and Classic
One cannot watch a period movie without a character using a pocket watch or at least catching a glimpse of one. These timepieces have been in use for hundreds of years in varying forms. Indeed, those who have an affinity for antique watches will find that the history of the pocket watch is an interesting one.
What is a Pocket Watch?
In general terms, a pocket watch is, hence the name, carried in the pocket and is a strapless timepiece. These watches typically have a analog display. The face of the watch is protected by a hinged cover, although there are some types that are open-faced. Although the watch itself is strapless, it comes with a chain that is meant to be secured to a belt loop, a lapel, or a waistcoat. These chains can be quite decorative, and are referred to as fobs.
The Evolution of the Pocket Watch
Early examples of this kind of watch surfaced as early as the 16th century. While these watches were in the same style as subsequent pocket watches, they were quite large, and thus had to be worn around the neck. The 17th century saw the emergence of the first watches that were actually small enough to be worn in a pocket.
Pocket watches became especially popular during the latter part of the 19th century. It was during that time that the railroad was becoming quite popular, and as such it became the chosen timepiece of railroad conductors. It actually became required, because knowing the time was necessary in order to prevent train wrecks, and also for insuring that a train was going to make its intended destination on time.
These watches continued to be quite popularly used by both men and women until the wristwatch was invented. Wristwatches then became favored by women, while men still preferred the pocket watch, as it had become a sign of masculinity.
However, once World War I began, men started to wear wristwatches. There was very little time to waste on the front by taking a watch out of a pocket when one could easily check the time on a wristwatch. Despite this, railroad conductors, perhaps out a sense of tradition, continued using pocket watches.
While the use of pocket watches have been almost totally replaced by wristwatches now, the more ornate watches are prized by collectors. Indeed, pocket watches are the ultimate timepiece of the past.
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