Pocket Watch Database

Illinois Grade 6


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Grade 6 is a 11j Hunting watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 18s, Model 1 movement features a gilt finish. Illinois introduced this particular grade to the market April 1886.

Grade 6 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels11j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishGilt
  • Model1
  • SettingKey
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 6 Production Info

  • Total Production14,050
  • Number of Runs16
  • IntroducedApril 1886
  • Production Years1885-1887
  • First Serial677,951
  • Last Serial713,800
  • Largest Run3,700
  • Smallest Run50
  • Most Common Run100

Research Notes

The Illinois Grade 6 was exclusively produced as an 11-Jewel Keywind/Keyset movement.

The May 1887 issue of The Keystone reports this grade was new to the market.