Illinois Bates

Grade Bates is a 7j Hunting watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 18s, Model 1 movement features a gilt finish.

Bates Movement Characteristics

Size18s
Jewels7j
ConfigurationHunting
FinishGilt
Model1 or 2
SettingKey
AdjustedNo
Railroad GradeNo

Bates Production Info

Total Production6,000
Number of Runs7
Production Years1875-1877
First Serial37,001
Last Serial45,100
Largest Run4,500
Smallest Run100
Most Common Run100

Research Notes

1878CYC: [Expansion] Shaped Balance (solid balance that appears similar to an expansion balance).