Pocket Watch Database

Peerless Pocket Watch

Peerless was used as a trade name on pocket watch movements manufactured by Rockford Watch Co..

Indentified Runs

The following runs have been identified as containing movements marked with this private label or trade name. Because this list is derrived from surviving examples, it is not intended to be comprehensive. Other runs possibly exist that have not yet been identified. Most private labels and special orders were produced in batches and many times, the entire run is not comprised of special marked movements.

Manufacturer Run Grade
Rockford 575001-577000 570
Rockford 579601-579700 560
Rockford 579701-579735 565
Rockford 593101-593200 570


The Rockford Watch Co. manufactured watches in Rockford, Illinois from approximately 1873 to 1915. See more information about Rockford Watch Co. or find out more information about your watch by conducting a serial number lookup.

Rockford Watch Co.

Initial Marking: R.W.Co.

Location: Rockford, Illinois

Years of Operation: 1873-1915

Originated using quipment purchased from Cornell Watch Co.

Production Jewels: 7-24 Jewels

Production Sizes: 18s, 16s, 12s, 6s, 8s, 0s

Total Production: ~1,000,000

Factory Building Status: Still standing. Currently vacant.

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