Pocket Watch Database

Illinois K

Grade K is a 7j Openface watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 16s, Model 3 movement features a nickel finish.

K Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model1 or 3
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

K Production Info

  • Total Production330
  • Number of Runs8
  • Production Years1887-1893
  • First Serial856,471
  • Last Serial943,000
  • Largest Run210
  • Smallest Run10
  • Most Common Run10

Research Notes

#931676: Verified as a Private Label Movement (11 Screw-Set Jewels) Marked for the "Keystone Watch Case Co. - Philadelphia" - Dial Marked "K.W.C.Co." [https://mb.nawcc.org/threads/illinois-watch-co-letter-grades.43189/#lg=post-315098&slide=0]