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A separate brass frame from a Jacot pivot tool, also known as a tour à pivoter, an instrument traditionally used by watchmakers to polish the pivots of watch wheels. The frame comes with two steel runners fitted with wooden handles.
According to the information supplied, this is an authentic example dating from circa 1880–1900, presumably made by an unidentified French or Swiss manufacturer. The tool is unbranded, and no specific maker or model has been established.
The brass frame, steel runners and dark wooden handles offer a tangible glimpse into traditional watchmaking. A distinctive piece for a collection of historical precision tools or a watchmaker's workshop display.
Details:
• Type: separate Jacot pivot tool frame / tour à pivoter
• Materials: brass frame, two steel runners and wooden handles
• Date, according to supplied information: circa 1880–1900
• Maker: unknown, presumably French or Swiss
• Dimensions: approximately 16 × 7 × 2 cm
• Weight: 290 grams
Antique, used condition with visible wear, scratches and discoloration. Offered as a separate frame with the two runners shown, not as a guaranteed complete or ready-to-use Jacot tool. Working condition has not been confirmed. Please examine the photographs carefully for the design, included components and condition.
Only one example of this item is available. Tracked shipping is calculated separately.
Antique Brass Jacot Pivot Tool Frame with Two Runners – circa 1880–1900
€100,00 EUR