Hamilton Pocket Watch

[debodun]

I've been helping to clean out my uncle's apartment when he's been placed in an assisted care facility. I found this open-faced pocket watch and it still works, although it looks very dirty. I don't know how to set the time. I tried pulling out the stem and turning it, but that just winds it. I asked my uncle if he wanted me to inquire about getting it cleaned. I wanted to know about how much that would cost, if it would be worth it and to whom should I take it? Also, how do I set the time?

[Rauville]

It is probably a "lever set" model. To set the time, you would screw off the bezel and there is a small pull-out lever near the 2 o'clock area. Pull out the lever and set the correct time with the stem, push in the lever and replace the bezel. It's easier than it sounds.

[debodun]

Yes. I did see that lever on the top right, but I didn't know what it was. However, I did set the time moving the hands manually when I figured out how to get the bezel off. Thanks for the tip.