Pocket Watch Database

Illinois Grade 3

Grade 3 is a 11j Openface watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 18s, Model 3 movement features a giltdamaskeened finish.

Grade 3 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels11j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishGilt Damaskeened
  • Model3 or 2 or 1
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 3 Production Info

  • Total Production30,500
  • Number of Runs86
  • Production Years1882-1887
  • First Serial349,701
  • Last Serial696,500
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run20
  • Most Common Run100

Research Notes

The Grade 3 was produced in Models 1, 2, and 3, with both standard gilt and gilt damaskeened finish.

1884OY,1885OY: "Gilt, Damaskeened Finish..."