The Good Life – September-October 2014
The areas premier men’s magazine featuring inspirational men in our community. Covering a variety of topics including local heroes, fathers, sports and advice for men.
The areas premier men’s magazine featuring inspirational men in our community. Covering a variety of topics including local heroes, fathers, sports and advice for men.
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BY: CANTRELL<br />
As early as the 1600’s the pocket watch was a common<br />
accessory for gentlemen around the world. A classy time<br />
piece that was adorned by a small chain could be found<br />
in the vest pocket of men everywhere.<br />
A must have for men working on the railroad<br />
during the 19th century the pocket watch has<br />
declined in popularity. <strong>The</strong> more practical and<br />
once considered feminine wrist watch has<br />
taken over. During WWI the pocket watch was<br />
slowly being replaced by the wrist watch.<br />
Military men found the wrist watch far more<br />
convenient. Although still being used by the<br />
railroad, the pocket watch began to decline<br />
in popularity after WWI and by the 40’s the<br />
pocket watch was all but extinct.<br />
<strong>The</strong> pocket watch staged a small comeback<br />
in the 70’s and early 80’s primarily due<br />
to men’s fashion and trendy three-piece<br />
suit. Today some steampunk and Victorian<br />
fashion cultures still sport the occasional<br />
pocket watch. Although there are a few<br />
companies that still make pocket watches,<br />
and newer modern versions are available, the<br />
original classic pocket watch is a rare find today.<br />
Types:<br />
Open-face; Lacks a metal cover<br />
Hunter-case; Metal spring hinge cover
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