Pocket Watch Database

Cornell Watch Co. John Evans

No. 5. Named John Evans, Chicago, Ills. Jeweled in 15 Actions, Expansion Balance. [November 1871 Ad] According to Crossman, this grade was named after the Governor of Colorado, hoping to appeal to railroad men. Dr. John Evans (1814-1897) was an abstetrician and real estate investor - related to Paul Cornell by marriage.

John Evans Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels15j
  • ConfigurationAdaptable
  • FinishGilt
  • Model1
  • SettingKey
  • AdjustedNo

John Evans Production Info

  • Total Production1,681
  • Number of Runs15
  • Production Years1871-1874
  • First Serial12,800
  • Last Serial22,800
  • Largest Run300
  • Smallest Run30
  • Most Common Run50