Pocket Watch Database

U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass) Dome


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Grade Dome is a Openface watch maufacturered by U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass). The size 16s, Model 1885 movement features a gilt finish. U.S. Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass) introduced this particular grade to the market April 1887.

Dome Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishGilt
  • Model1885
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedNo

Dome Production Info

  • Total Production5,750
  • Number of Runs3
  • IntroducedApril 1887
  • Production Years1887-1888
  • First Serial1
  • Last Serial8,500
  • Largest Run4,200
  • Smallest Run50
  • Most Common Run50

Research Notes

Introduced April 15, 1887. Discontinued November 1887. It is estimated only 3,000 were manufactured.