Pocket Watch Database

Illinois America

Grade America is a 7j Hunting watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 18s, Model 2 movement features a gilt finish. Illinois introduced this particular grade to the market May 1, 1878.

America Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishGilt
  • Model2 or 1 or 3
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

America Production Info

  • Total Production28,100
  • Number of Runs79
  • IntroducedMay 1, 1878
  • Production Years1878-1882
  • First Serial93,101
  • Last Serial441,800
  • Largest Run2,300
  • Smallest Run100
  • Most Common Run100

Research Notes

Same description as the nameless "No. 1" Grade movement.