Pocket Watch Database

U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass) Grade 42

Grade 42 is a 15j Hunting watch maufacturered by U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass). The size 18s, Model 1888H movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted. U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass) introduced this particular grade to the market August 1893?. Each movement was fitted at the factory with a double-sunk dial.

Grade 42 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels15j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model1888h
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes

Grade 42 Production Info

  • Total Production100
  • Number of Runs1
  • IntroducedAugust 1893?
  • Production Years1889-1889
  • First Serial23,001
  • Last Serial23,100
  • Largest Run100
  • Smallest Run100
  • Most Common Run100

Research Notes

"No. 42. Fine Nickel Movement, 15 Ruby Jewels, in Gold Settings, Safety Pinion, Hardened Breguet Hairspring, Compensation Balance adjusted, Patent Regulator, Double Sunk Dial. Price $24.00" [c1891 MCE]
"No. 42, Fine Nickel Movement, 15 Ruby Jewels in Gold Settings, Safety Pinion, Hardened and Tempered Breguet Hairspring, Compensation-Balance, Patent Regulator, Double Sunk Dial, Adjusted." [October 1894 Ad JC]
"No. 42, Fine Nickel Movement, 15 Ruby Jewels in Gold Settings, Safety Pinion, Hardened and Tempered Breguet Hairspring, Compensation-Balance, Patent Regulator, Double Sunk Dial, Adjusted." [April 1895 Ad JC]

Associated Grades

43