Pocket Watch Database
Illinois Grade 178
Grade 178 is a 17j Openface watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 16s, Model 5 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 6 positions and temperature. During the time the watch was manufactured, it would have qualified for railroad service and is considered to be railroad grade.
Grade 178 Movement Characteristics
- Size16s
- Jewels17j
- ConfigurationOpenface
- FinishNickel
- Model4 or 5
- SettingLever
- AdjustedYes
- Railroad GradeYes
Grade 178 Production Info
- Total Production250
- Number of Runs3
- Production Years1897-1897
- First Serial1,365,401
- Last Serial1,370,300
- Largest Run100
- Smallest Run50
- Most Common Run100