Pocket Watch Database
E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone) Series 2
Grade Series 2 is a 17j Openface or Hunting watch maufacturered by E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone). The size 16s, Model 1905 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 5 positions, isochronism and temperature. During the time the watch was manufactured, it would have qualified for railroad service and is considered to be railroad grade. Each movement was fitted at the factory with a double-sunk dial.
Series 2 Movement Characteristics
- Size16s
- Jewels17j
- ConfigurationOpenface or Hunting
- FinishNickel
- Model1905 or 1907
- SettingPendant
- AdjustedYes
- Railroad GradeYes
Series 2 Production Info
- Total Production10,590
- Number of Runs18
- Production Years1905-1917
- First Serial857,201
- Last Serial1,320,500
- Largest Run2,500
- Smallest Run20
- Most Common Run1,000
Research Notes
The Series 2 was original introduced as a 3/4 Plate Model 1905 featuring 17 Jewels, adjusted to temperature and three positions. The nickel plates were damaskeened with a distinctive parallel stripe pattern. By 1909, the Series 2 had been upgraded to five positional adjustments. A few years later, the company discontinued the 3/4 Plate Series 2 and transitioned the series to the 1907 Bridge Model. In 1914, customers were still able to purchase the Series 2 as a 3/4 Plate in hunting configuration while all Series 2 watches produced in the bridge model were open face. Later examples feature an empty circle and arrow and “Series 2” markings.