Pocket Watch Case

The 1923 Illinois Pocket Watch 12s 17j Grade 405 Model 3 is a vintage pocket watch from the early 1920s, featuring a mechanical manual movement with 17 jewels and Arabic numerals on the gold tone dial. This vintage timepiece comes in yellow gold filled case with an open face closure and a hinged caseback. With its large numerals and seconds hand, this pocket watch is easy to read and makes a classic accessory for both men and women. Made in the United States and with a 12-hour dial, this timepiece exudes a timeless elegance and charm. Strong running watch in overall good condition. Hinged snap case back and bezel, ornately embossed bezel and back. Wadsworth “Referee” gold filled case. Pocket watch has not been tested for time accuracy.

The Illinois Watch Co. Manufactured this movement, serial #2,529,400, in 1913. It is a Grade 65-E, an upgraded version of the grade 65. It is size 18, 17 Ruby Jewels in screw down settings, open-face, nickel, lever set, Model 6. This movement was factory adjusted to Temperature, 4 positions and Isochronism. The gold-filled movement markings are full and complete. They are, Illinois Watch Co. 65–Springfield–Adjusted to Four Positions–2529400–17 Jewels–Double Roller (circular by balance cock). This movement is equuipped with a polished golden oval head screw set, except for the balance cock screw, which is polished silver flat head screw. Even the patent regulator is golden colored. The large screws and the regulator show signs of corrosion and discoloration. The movement has many small spots scattered scross the plate. In my opinion, the best feature of this movement is the gold inlaid, skewed grid, damaskeen pattern. This damaskeen pattern reinforces the striking contrast between the silver colored background and all the gold accents. You can show off this beautifully damaskeened movement through the glass display back case. The dial is double sunk, glass enamel with standard black Arabic numeral hour markers and small dark red 5 minute markers. The dial signature is Illinois Watch Co. All three hands are polished, shiny blue. The minute hand has some corrosion and color loss. There is a hairline crack that runs from the center sub-dial to the edge through the 2.5 minute mark. There are some minor surface scratches that can only be seen in oblique light. I do not see and chips, gouges or other imperfections. The case is unnamed because someone cut a large circular hole in the middle of the back cover and put a crystal in so you can see the movement without taking the back cover off. I suspect this is a 3 oz. The bow, stem and crown are in good condition. The bezel is plain polish except for a band of ribbing surrounding the crystal. The crystal has 3 small hazy spots that appear as shadows on the dial. You should be able to remove these spots with the right solvent. The back cover crystal is clean and clear. The exterior of this case has a couple of faint spots and several small dents and squiggle lines. This 113 year old watch sets, winds and runs as it sits on my desk. These antique pocket watches are from 100 to 150 years old. Their functionality and accuracy depend on consistent, competent maintenance. I do not know the maintenance history of these watches. I do not service my own watches. If the listing states that the watch sets, winds and runs, it will be running when I place it in the mailing container. I cannot guarantee the function or accuracy of any watch I sell. I highly recommend that you have this watch serviced by a professional as soon as possible to maintain its functionality and accuracy. The following terms are meant to be informative, not rigid. I will answer questions and send more photos. Please give a mailing address where a responsible adult will be able to sign for receipt of the item. Unless stated otherwise, expect pocket watches to show normal carry scratches and wear to the case and movement. I describe the condition of an item as I see it. I do not inspect every part of an item or attempt to describe every flaw. It is up to you to determine the quality and condition of these items and their value to you. If you are not sure about an item, contact me with your questions and/or requests for more images. I can usually find a way to address your concerns. I want happy return byers. I will have some very interesting, sometimes rare pocket watches for sale. The vast majority of my watches were manufactured by the Illinois Watch Co. Put me on your saved sellers list.

Illinois Pocket Watch 5S Victory. 14K Gold Filled Case. I couldn’t find much about this Watch. I know that S. Watch is in Excellent Condition. I couldn’t find a Serial Number on the Movement. May be under the Dial. Dial is in Excellent Condition. Free of any hairlines, chips or cracks. Steel Blue Hands with White Dial. Lever Set Works but Overbanked.

The Illinois Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece with a classic two-tone design and a display back case, featuring 17 jewels and Arabic numerals on a white dial. With a polished silver color case and a size of 18, this pocket watch is suitable for both men and women and is a unique piece with a piece of American history. The dial has done repair and some hairline cracks the case has some scratches or dents.

The Illinois Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece with a classic two-tone design and a display back case, featuring 17 jewels and Arabic numerals on a white dial. With a polished silver color case and a size of 18, this pocket watch is suitable for both men and women and is a unique piece with a piece of American history. The dial has done repair and some hairline cracks the case has some scratches or dents.

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Nice Illinois sterling model 21 jewel pocket watch runs but will need a cleaning. 45 mm gold filled case no engraving in the shield. Stem wind stem set adjusted to 3 positions.

Winds and ticks strong. Some damage to the dial. Illinois Sangamo Pocket Watch Movement. 2 Tone Wavy Ribbon finish. Size 16s 23 jewel Openface Railroad grade. Run/Grade total production #19 of 111. Adjusted to 6 positions. Including Temperature and isochronism.

The Illinois Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece with a mechanical (manual) movement and 21 jewels. This two-tone pocket watch features an open face closure and a polished display back case. The watch has a white dial with a 12-hour dial and a lever escapement type. Made in the United States, this pocket watch is a railroad grade style and is perfect for collectors of unique and historical timepieces.

The Illinois Bunn Special Pocket Watch is a vintage timepiece with a classic design and a swing-out display back case. This 18-size, 21-jewel watch features Arabic numerals on a white dial, making it easy to read the time. With a lever escapement and a mechanical manual movement, this pocket watch is a piece of history from the United States that exudes charm and functionality. The polished silver finish give it a timeless and elegant look, perfect for any adult collector or enthusiast of fine watches. The watch winds sets and ticks this watch was taken a part cleaned and oiled.