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When did people stop using pocket watches?

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When did people stop using pocket watches?
People never stopped using pocket watches entirely. In fact, many luxury watchmakers continue to release new pocket watches. Some notable contemporary models include the Patek Philippe Grand Complications Pocket Watch, the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Pocket Watch, the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Pocket Watch, the Breguet Classique Pocket Watch and the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Pocket Watch. As to when wristwatches became more popular than pocket watches for daily wear, the shift happened in the years following World War I. Although the first wristwatches date back to the 19th century, it wasn't until soldiers who had worn wristwatches in the field returned home that demand for the timepieces really grew. Many watchmakers had developed new designs and technologies to contribute to the war effort, adding to the increased popularity of wristwatches during the 1920s and ’30s. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pocket watches.
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Waltham 14K Gold Hunter Pocket Watch with Beautifully Carved Case Late 19th C
Located in valatie, NY
Waltham 14K "O" Size Gold Hunter Pocket Watch with a Heavily and Beautifully Carved Case, Late 19th C. A Waltham "0" size 14-karat gold pocket...
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Antique 1880s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

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14k Gold

c. 1820s–1840s Georgian Hand Engraved Gold Filled Pocket Watch Key Fob Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
An authentic Victorian era pocket watch fob, masterfully constructed with a flexible expansion mesh link body. Crafted in warm gold-filled metal, the piece features an articulated concertina-style link pattern that broadens at the center. The fob is anchored by a classic intaglio wax seal...
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

Victorian Ladies Diamond Pocket Watch Chain Tiger's Eye Cameo HF Barrows
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1870's-1880's Victorian Ladies Diamond Pocket Watch Chain Tiger's Eye Cameo HF Barrows Features a Hand Carved Tiger's Eye Cameo Accented with 3 G...
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Antique 1870s Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Tiger's Eye

Victorian Ladies Pocket Watch Chain Seed Pearl Antique Original 1890's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1890's Victorian Ladies Pocket Watch Chain Features a Genuine Natural Seed Pearl Onyx Gemstone Inlaid with Pyrite Onyx Gemstone is Cracked All...
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pocket Watches

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Pearl

Standard Watch Co. Hunter's Gold Plated Pocket Watch with Engraved Detailing
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable Hunter’s pocket watch by Standard Watch Co., crafted in America circa 1920, is a stunning example of early 20th-century horology and refined craftsmanship. The case i...
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Gold Plate

1905 Antique Waltham Gold Filled 15 Jewels Open Face Pocket Watch Working Condit
Located in Honolulu, HI
An exceptional antique American pocket watch by the renowned Waltham Watch Company, produced in 1905. This classic 16-size open-face watch features a pristine white enamel dial with ...
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

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Gold-filled

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