English 18K gold quarter repeating pocket watch Circa 1740

Gold quarter repeating watch
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A fine English 18 carat gold key wind quarter repeating pair cased pocket watch, circa 1740. Gilt full plate movement with verge escapement, pierced and engraved balance cock, diamond end stone, silver regulation disc, two polished hammers striking on a bell secured to inner case.
White enamel dial with black Roman numerals and black outer minute track, gilt spade hands.
Pierced and engraved inner case, polished outer case. Signed inner cap, case stamped DA beneath the bell.
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Diameter: 47 mm
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Signed: Probably made by Marmaduke Storr II London
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Marmaduke Storr (II). active 1724-1775 London, variously at Foot of London Bridge, Lombard Street and Southwark. Believed son of Marmaduke Storr (I), q.v.
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Accompaniments: Fitted LeRoy & Fils case.
Later dial and hands.