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[GLADIATOR]

Around 1890 (pocket watch), early 1920s (wristwatch).

I didn't see anything in the original question restricting the choices to digital / electronic as opposed to a mechanical jump-hour timepiece mechanically displaying in digital format. (Cortébert?).

I actually had one of those "push button to flash red numeral" gizmos in the 70s. Interesting concept: a timepiece that requires the owner to have two hands.

Absolutely correct
Indeed the first patent for a 'digital wrist watch' was taken out 12 Oct 1923 and granted 1st May 1924 by Peseux SA . Not a watch manufacturer but one of the greatest Ebauch (movement) manufacturers.

I am proud to have BOTH the patent and the watch. Here you go.

18kt Peseux Jump Watch (Hueres Sautantes) @1932



The Movement and Face. Beautiful Finish



On the Patent

[GLADIATOR]

WARNING : REPLY CONTAINS SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION !
Gee, that clue makes it a bit obvious! Actually, they don't pulse like that at all. The observed electro-magnetic energy emitted is steady and continuous. The fact that the neutron star is spinning around gives it the appearance of pulsing. It is just like a lighthouse. The beam of light is always on, but is seen only when it swings towards the viewer. It's the same with the pulsar! The energy is constantly coming out in a visible beam, but we only see it when that beam swings directly towards earth. The faster the star rotates, the quicker the "pulses" are.

And Hawk 404 should get extra credit for thinking outside the box with his answer.

Agreed on BOTH points
I already gave Hawk404 credit. see above post!!

[bazzab]

Congratulations Hawk 404
For not only picking up on the wording, but for getting the date very close
The Patent for Digital Time Display was awarded to Josef Pallweber in 1882/3
Both IWC and Aeby and Landry had watches on the market, based on Pallweber designs in 1884
It would seem, that at the time, this type of Pocket watch was not very popular

pocket watch numbers.jpg

Valtar
I am really sorry that you found this post was"Generic non valuable content"
Pleased too see that not everybody agrees with you!!

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[kegrace]

Congratulations Hawk 404
For not only picking up on the wording, but for getting the date very close
The Patent for Digital Time Display was awarded to Josef Pallweber in 1882/3
Both IWC and Aeby and Landry had watches on the market, based on Pallweber designs in 1884
It would seem, that at the time, this type of Pocket watch was not very popular

Attachment 17941

Valtar
I am really sorry that you found this post was"Generic non valuable content"
Pleased too see that not everybody agrees with you!!

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i think you misunderstood Valtyr's response, he simply wanted to post to let you know he was interested in the answer, but didn't have an answer of his own or any "valuable content" to add to the discussion!

keep the trivia coming!

[Hawk404]

Those are some spectacular pictures of the Peseux. Thanks for posting them. Thanks also to bazzab for the additional info.

Anybody know offhand if the Meccanico DG ever shipped or was it a concept watch? The F.P. Journe Vagabondage II is another I'd never have heard of if this thread hadn't come along. Though both of those are modern - I suppose the more things change the more they stay the same.

This forum is great for education but I can see it turning into a massive time sink as I go plodding off trying to fill gaps in my knowledge - which, right now, is compromised almost completely of gaps. One of the more interesting things I stumbled across was a 1974 patent filed by Timex for a mechanical digital. It claims (and who am I to argue?) that it simplifies previous inventions and would presumably be more robust and suitable for Timex's marketing niche.

MECHANICAL DIGITAL WATCH

I'm guessing that 1974 was about in the early / middle of the quartz tsunami and the concept of a simplified mechanical digital would just whither on the vine.

Meantime, I'd like a modern De Grisogono Meccanico DG but I strongly suspect revelation of the cost would cause the blood to drain from my head.

[GLADIATOR]

Congratulations Hawk 404
For not only picking up on the wording, but for getting the date very close
The Patent for Digital Time Display was awarded to Josef Pallweber in 1882/3
Both IWC and Aeby and Landry had watches on the market, based on Pallweber designs in 1884
It would seem, that at the time, this type of Pocket watch was not very popular

Attachment 17941

Valtar
I am really sorry that you found this post was"Generic non valuable content"
Pleased too see that not everybody agrees with you!!

More Soon

Hi Bazzab
Good thread. The watch you posted is a famous Cortebert. Mine was the first digital wrist watch/

I think you may have misunderstood Valtyr. He was not being rude, but saying even though he could not contribute, he wanted you to know he read your thread

Thanks. any more

[GLADIATOR]

Those are some spectacular pictures of the Peseux. Thanks for posting them. Thanks also to bazzab for the additional info.

Anybody know offhand if the Meccanico DG ever shipped or was it a concept watch? The F.P. Journe Vagabondage II is another I'd never have heard of if this thread hadn't come along. Though both of those are modern - I suppose the more things change the more they stay the same.

This forum is great for education but I can see it turning into a massive time sink as I go plodding off trying to fill gaps in my knowledge - which, right now, is compromised almost completely of gaps. One of the more interesting things I stumbled across was a 1974 patent filed by Timex for a mechanical digital. It claims (and who am I to argue?) that it simplifies previous inventions and would presumably be more robust and suitable for Timex's marketing niche.

MECHANICAL DIGITAL WATCH

I'm guessing that 1974 was about in the early / middle of the quartz tsunami and the concept of a simplified mechanical digital would just whither on the vine.

Meantime, I'd like a modern De Grisogono Meccanico DG but I strongly suspect revelation of the cost would cause the blood to drain from my head.

Thanks
Yes The Peseux is quite a watch, in mint condition and pretty rare. The movement and inside case are outstandingly Damaskeened.
Thanks for commenting, and congratulations for being the smartest here and winning

I never heard of Meccanico DG - modern or old? F.P. Journe is the second greatest 'living' watch maker (after George Daniels) do you mean HIS The F.P. Journe Vagabondage II or a vintage one by FP Journe?

These are in the highest top league of watches and are mainly in museums.

Thanks all your VERY valuable input

[Hawk404]

Both modern.

The De Grisogono Meccanico DG turned up on some gadget oriented forums in 2008. I don't know if it sold out quietly or never made it out of the prototype stage.

First Watch with All-Mechanical "Digital" Display (Verdict: Absolutely Amazing)

I found the Vagabondage II on a watch related blog dated 2009.
F.P. Journe Vagabondage II Watch


I guess it would behoove Gizmodo to stop by this forum if they believe the De Grisogono to be the first.

[GLADIATOR]

Both modern.

The De Grisogono Meccanico DG turned up on some gadget oriented forums in 2008. I don't know if it sold out quietly or never made it out of the prototype stage.

First Watch with All-Mechanical "Digital" Display (Verdict: Absolutely Amazing)

I found the Vagabondage II on a watch related blog dated 2009.
F.P. Journe Vagabondage II Watch


I guess it would behoove Gizmodo to stop by this forum if they believe the De Grisogono to be the first.

as I said, FP Journe (Invenit en Fecit) is the 2nd living GREATEST watch maker. His stuff is amazing and unafordable

The other watch is knew to me, I need to study. I do have a lot on FP Journe

[bazzab]

Sorry
Must have misread Valtyr post