Pocket Watch Database
U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass) Grade 52
Grade 52 is a 17j 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 1895. Each movement was fitted at the factory with a double-sunk dial.
Grade 52 Movement Characteristics
- Size18s
- Jewels17j
- ConfigurationHunting
- FinishNickel
- Model1888h
- SettingLever
- AdjustedYes
Grade 52 Production Info
- Total Production900
- Number of Runs3
- Introduced1895
- Production Years1893-1895
- First Serial99,401
- Last Serial132,800
- Largest Run600
- Smallest Run100
- Most Common Run100
Research Notes
"Fine Nickel Movement" The No. 42 was likely upgraded to 17 Jewels and assigned the new grade number 52 in 1895.