Pocket Watch Database

Seth Thomas Size 6s Model 16: Overview & Production

The Model 16 replaced the standard Model 15 around 1900 and maintained a similar appearance to the previous model with a solid 3/4 top plate. Material Catalogs provide the following serial blocks for Model 16 production: 160,001-165,000, 166,001-200,000, and 400,001-420,000. Only a small number of changes to the model were implemented during this transition. According to material catalogs, the only modifications were to the barrel, click, balance jewels (larger size), and ratchet wheel. These movements were fitted with a safety pinion and marked accordingly. This model was subsequently replaced by the Model 17 around 1901.

Model 16 Features

Seth Thomas Model 6s 16 Diagram

Movement Diagram

Note: Diagrams and photos displayed are intended to serve as a represenation of this model.
Plate cut, finishing style, jewel count, regulator, and other features may differ between grades within the same model designation.
Size 6s
Configuration Hunting
Plate 3/4
Setting Lever or Pendant
Finish Gilt or Nickel
Model 16 Image Gallery

Model 16 Production

Total Production: ~51,500
Est. Production Years: 1900 - 1901
Earliest Serial: 160,001
Latest Serial: 412,500
Runs: ~38
Smallest Run: 100
Largest Run: 6,200
Distinctive Grades: 3

Model 16 Production Segments

Model 16 (All Variations): 51,500 ETP
Nickel: 12,700 (24.66%) Two-Tone: 38,800 (75.34%)
Hunting: 51,500 (100.00%)
Lever: 51,500 (100.00%)
7j: 32,900 (63.88%) 11j: 18,000 (34.95%) 15j: 600 (1.17%)