An antique brass pocket watch key marked No.6, originally used for winding 19th century key-wind watches. It features a classic open ring handle with a swivel loop at the top, designed to attach to a watch chain for everyday carrying. The steel square end is the original working tip and shows the expected age-related darkening.
This key measures approximately 4 x 1 cm, a compact size typical of genuine Victorian pocket-watch keys. No.6 refers to the square size needed to fit the watch’s winding arbor, making it a practical replacement key for collectors of antique timepieces as well as a characterful addition to a watch chain.
A genuine 19th century example with a warm brass patina and functional swivel.