Pocket Watch Database
Illinois Grade 186
Grade 186 is a 17j Openface watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 16s, Model 5 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 4 positions 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.
Grade 186 Movement Characteristics
- Size16s
- Jewels17j
- ConfigurationOpenface
- FinishNickel
- Model4 or 5
- SettingLever
- AdjustedYes
- Railroad GradeYes
Grade 186 Production Info
- Total Production7,400
- Number of Runs49
- Production Years1897-1913
- First Serial1,370,701
- Last Serial2,538,000
- Largest Run500
- Smallest Run10
- Most Common Run100