Pocket Watch Database

Seth Thomas Watch Co.

Location: Thomaston, Connecticut

Years of Operation: 1885-1915

Production Jewels: 7-28 Jewels

Production Sizes: 18s, 16s, 12s, 6s, 0s

Total Production: ~3,000,000

Factory Building Status: Original Seth Thomas clock tower still stands.

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Average Rarity:

Special Research Assistance: Jonathan Luysterborghs

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Company Timeline

1813

The Seth Thomas Clock Co. is founded.

1885

After running a successful clock company for several decades, Seth Thomas enters the watch market.

1888

The Seth Thomas Watch Co. is producing roughly 100 movements per day and employs 200 people.

1915

After an moderately successful operation for 30 years, Seth Thomas decides to cease production of watches.