half-hunter

British  

noun

1. a watch with a hinged lid in which a small circular opening or crystal allows the approximate time to be read See hunter

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Example Sentences

"Yes, sir," I said, and laid on the table my silver English half-hunter with Albert.

From Ruggles of Red Gap by Wilson, Harry Leon

He had also taken out a presentation gold half-hunter, suitably inscribed in memory of one of his more bloodless victories.

From The Thousandth Woman by Hornung, Ernest W.

The Squire slashed the dogs silent with his half-hunter to catch the reply.

From The Yeoman Adventurer by Gough, George W.

My father had a half-hunter gold watch and a chain of twisted leather which he wore as long as I can remember.

From The House 'Round the Corner by Tracy, Louis

Making his way through the woods was a young man, dressed in half-hunter costume, and carrying a rifle in his hand.

From The White Squaw by Reid, Mayne