MTF
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About the same time
many watch "companies" were breaking into China including Bovet's old boss (Magniac), Ullmann and Vacheron & Constantin (1820).
Ed.Bovet was sent to China earlier in 1818 but he was not representing Bovet company yet as it was not founded until 1822.
VC was about 2 years earlier into China than Bovet as a company and sold mainly to the Imperial north (Emperors Qianlong and Jiaquing) whereas Bovet sold in the prosperous south (Canton and Macau). Bovet sold to the masses of middle class and merchants. I guess that for mechanical watches of the time in China, Bovet was the Rolex of his day! 
Regards,
MTF
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any more pics of conversion?
curious to see the stand and also how the 6: piece removes.. never knew this, always thought "it looks like pocket watch" but didnt know could be converted. just thought it was styling cue.
Thanks a lot Melvyn for this report.
I had the opportunity to wear some Bovet in the past and they gave an unique feeling : I had the impression to wear a pocket watch on my wrist. I really like the chronographs from Bovet. Thanks for the report Melvyn ! Fr.Xavier
Interesting old brand
Bovet pocket watches are real beauty, so delicate and fine. Melvyn, were they made exclusively for the palace? I presume Bovet has longer history in China compared with VC. Am I right or wrong? Regards Ling
