Pocket Watch Database

Illinois Grade 114

Grade 114 is a 15j Openface watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 16s, Model 3 movement features a nickel finish.

Grade 114 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels15j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model1 or 2 or 3
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo

Grade 114 Production Info

  • Total Production8,800
  • Number of Runs56
  • Production Years1890-1895
  • First Serial1,046,401
  • Last Serial1,265,900
  • Largest Run700
  • Smallest Run100
  • Most Common Run100

Research Notes

1896ACB: Nickel, 15j, Unadj.

Catalog descriptions do not describe the Grade 114 as an adjusted movement, and most surviving examples support this with no "Adjusted" markings. However, there are some private label special-order movements that are classified as "Grade 114" that are marked "Adjusted," usually with 16 Jewels instead of the standard 15 count. These private labels are considered special-finished movements and the standard Grade 114 should be understood as an unadjusted 15-jewel movement.

Meggers/Ehrhardt summarize the Grade 114 as being produced in adjusted and unadjusted variations.