Pocket Watch Database

Illinois Sangamo Special

Grade Sangamo Special is a 21j Hunting watch maufacturered by Illinois. The size 16s, Model 9 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 6 positions, isochronism and temperature. During the time the watch was manufactured, it would have qualified for railroad service and is considered to be railroad grade.

Sangamo Special Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels21j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model9 or 8 or 10 or 10 or 13
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeYes

Sangamo Special Production Info

  • Total Production30,260
  • Number of Runs55
  • Production Years1913-1926
  • First Serial2,541,331
  • Last Serial4,761,000
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run10
  • Most Common Run1,000