Pocket Watch Database

U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass) Grade 53


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Grade 53 is a 15j Hunting watch maufacturered by U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass). The size 18s, Model 1888H movement features a nickel finish. 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 53 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels15j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model1888h
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo

Grade 53 Production Info

  • Total Production1,000
  • Number of Runs1
  • Introduced1895
  • Production Years1899-1899
  • First Serial600,001
  • Last Serial601,000
  • Largest Run1,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

"Ground Seconds and Center"

Associated Grades

93