Pocket Watch Database

Rockford Grade 805

Grade 805 is a 21j Hunting watch maufacturered by Rockford. The size 18s, Model 10 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 5 positions, isochronism and temperature. Each movement was fitted at the factory with a double-sunk dial.

Grade 805 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels21j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model10
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes

Grade 805 Production Info

  • Total Production700
  • Number of Runs3
  • Production Years1898-1899
  • First Serial519,501
  • Last Serial543,300
  • Largest Run500
  • Smallest Run100
  • Most Common Run100

Research Notes

The Grade 805 represents one of the finest 18 Size movements produced by the Rockford Watch Company. In company catalogs, the Grade 805 and complimentary Grade 905 were positioned just below the premium Grades 800 and 900. According to factory serial lists, a total of 700 movements were manufactured within three distinct runs. The Grade 805 was listed with a price of $50.00 in the 1907 Rockford Catalog. While the Grade 905 was still being offered by the company as late as 1913, the Grade 805 was discontinued much earlier.

Movements feature a highly detailed nickel damaskeening design with wavy rays emanating from the center under a wide checkerboard ribbon positioned diagonally from edge to edge. Most movements are marked "Rockford Watch Co. - U.S.A. - 21 Jewels - Adjusted - RG." Some movements feature additional markings specifying positional adjustment.

Associated Grades

905