Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade Bunn Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: Bunn

Private Label(s) in Run:

Swain's Special
Chesapeake & Ohio Special

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 1248441
Grade: Bunn
Model: 6
Class: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1894
Run Quantity: 150
Grade/Model Run: 6 of 72
Grade/Model Total Production: 19,250
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Circular
Movement Signing Style: Old English
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Fast
Regulator: Micrometer
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 2.0, 21.5, 38.5
Case Screw Locations: 23.5, 51.5
Movement Markings: Swain's Special
17 Jewels
Adjusted
Safety Pinion
Case: Various
Run ID: 2718.G43.18S2086.186M42.O788.L1868.17J143
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
57.63
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
195.53
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.339%
Registry Population: 4 (2.67%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 9.22% Analyzing 193 Sales

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Verification Reports for this Run

The following reports have been graciously submitted by dedicated members in reference to this production run. These reports are useful to verify data and track inaccuracies that require further research. Please note that reports may contain inaccurate information or assumptions that must be dilligently considered with other available sources.


Anonymous · November 28, 2023

Serial Number 1248367 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This one is, Chesapeake and Ohio 17 jewels
adjusted, (with Killer & George Charlottesville,
Va. Dial).
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

bjeans01 Supporter 54 · October 13, 2022

Serial Number 1248366 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Dial : R C Acton, Alexandria VA;
Movt: Chesapeake & Ohio Special, 17j
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.

pocketwatch101 111 · May 10, 2018

Serial Number 1248441 was reported as accurate.

Gimparoo Supporter 703 · August 30, 2017

Serial Number 1248441 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

TimeAntiquarian Founder Research Expert Historian Top Contributor Supporter 171 · July 5, 2017

Serial Number 1248441 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 17-Jewel "Swain's Special" Private Label Bunn.
Circular Pattern.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Bunn Special/bunn to Bunn
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

StrikeZoneZero 18 · July 29, 2015

Serial Number 1248362 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Bunn Special/bunn to Bunn
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Illinois Grade Bunn Pocket Watch