Time on my hands...

Hi everyone,

Thought I'd share with you my latest acquisition.

It's a superb Smiths Empire pocket watch. Made in the late 40's to 50's from what I have been able to find out, it's in superb condition as you can see on the photos below.

It's keeping pretty good time, losing a few minutes a day, but that isn't a problem. It has a very satisfying "tick", which you don't get with modern watches.

I've paired it with a sterling silver single Albert chain. It didn't have a fob on the end, so I used one of Carol's old silver threepenny pieces, from 1911,which I drilled and fitted. After a while spent cleaning and polishing, It has come up a treat. Looking forward to the weekend when it will be used for the first time!

Hope you like it as much as I do!

All tied up!!

Hello dear readers!

I thought today that I would share some of my vintage ties with you all.

Since Carol and I started on our journey back to the 40's, I have spent many an hour on ebay looking out for ties from the period. 

My latest purchase was this lovely trio. The green paisley on the left is slightly faded on the front, but this isn't noticeable unless the tie is compared to the back. I love the jigsaw puzzle tie, and the flower design is so typical of the 40s era. These beauties were a single purchase for all three, and only cost me £12.95 including postage!

I will share more with you at a later date, bet you can't wait!!

I have lots more ideas to brighten up our blog, and lots more of our treasures to share with you,

Chat soon,

Dave and Carol