Buck Rogers Pocket Watch with Original Box (E. Ingraham, 1935)....

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Buck Rogers Pocket Watch with Original Box (E. Ingraham, 1935). A captivating throwback to the dawn of sci-fi fandom, this Buck Rogers pocket watch was released by E. Ingraham in 1935 and showcases the bold, imaginative flair that defined the era. Housed in a base metal case featuring a vivid one-eyed monster design on the back, the watch is paired with a full-color paper dial and dramatic copper lightning bolt hands-a nod to the electric energy of the Buck Rogers universe. Though the watch is no longer in working condition, it retains strong visual appeal and comes housed in its original box, which displays handling wear including whitened corners, surface wear along the edges, and scratching and scuffing throughout. The watch itself also shows scratching and scuffing, primarily on the case back. Powered by a pin lever movement and protected by a glass crystal, this 16-size timepiece is a rare survivor of early science fiction merchandising and a must-have for collectors who appreciate the retro-futurism of the 1930s.





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