Pocket watches have become a rarity today, as everyone prefers to wear a watch on the wrist or not wear one at all. These folks rely on using their mobiles or cel phones in order to get informed of the correct time. However, if you are one of those avid watch collectors whose collection would be incomplete without pocket watches, you need to have at least one. There are many more pocket watches you can look for and make every effort to add to your collection. It all depends on the money and the time you are willing to invest in this hobby, as most of them are hard to find and extremely expensive.

There are different types of pocket watches which are classified by the maker, design, precious metal, and gems used in it, and also by its functions and movement. The “fussee watch” also known as key wind pocket watch is the most sought after by collectors, because it is believed to have been invented by none other than Leonardo Da Vinci. Another in the list is the American Railroad pocket watch which was used for obvious purposes and was believed to be highly accurate in order to avoid any accidents.Marine chronometer pocket watch and Hunter Case pocket watch are in demand because they have a protective cover for the face of the watch to save it from scratches. The multi-jewel pocket watch which is known for its beauty and rarity was was introduced in the 1800s by very famous designers Omega and Cartier. As much as you’d be interested in acquiring these amazing watches you must also realise that it is very important for you to take the right care of these rare and expensive watches.