Pocket Watch Database

E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone) Climax


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Grade Climax is a 7j Openface watch maufacturered by E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone). The size 16s, Model 1905 movement features a gilt finish.

Climax Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishGilt
  • Model1905
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedNo

Climax Production Info

  • Total Production500
  • Number of Runs1
  • Production Years1906-1906
  • First Serial889,501
  • Last Serial890,000
  • Largest Run500
  • Smallest Run500
  • Most Common Run500

Research Notes

The Series 3 was introduced as a Waltham-Howard 3/4 Model with offset rayed damaskeening on nickel plates. This pattern was quickly replaced with the more familiar concentric circle design. Early variants were adjusted to temperature and were equipped with a single roller escapement. Soon after introduction, the level of adjustment was upgraded to temperature and three positions. The company began closing out the Series 3 starting in 1910 as the similar Series 9 was being introduced.