Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Illinois Grade Bunn Pocket Watch

Illinois Watch Co.

Grade: Bunn

Mixed Run: Bunn (Model 2) and Stuart (Model 3) Movements

Manufacturer: Illinois
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 50404
Grade: Bunn
Model: 2
Class: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1879
Run Quantity: 100
Grade/Model Run: 2 of 11
Grade/Model Total Production: 1,185
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Coarse
Regulator: Patent
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 16.5, 36.5, 53.0
Case Screw Locations: 23.5, 51.5
Movement Markings: Bunn
Springfield, Ill.
Adjusted
Pat Pinion
Case: Various
Run ID: 80.G5.18S80.182M14.O4.L17.17J1
Database Version: v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.30
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.91
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.002%
Registry Population: 4 (4.00%)
Research Note: This run is mixed with Bunn (Model 2, Hunting, 15 Jewels) and Sturat (Model 3, Open Face, 17 Jewels) Movements.

#50404: Verified as Bunn Model 2, 15 Jewels
#50440: Verified as Stuart Model 3, 17 Jewels (5th Pinion Jewelled)

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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.


Louisc1 Supporter 82 · November 6, 2023

Serial Number 50478 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Factory Model changed from 3 to 2

FlameOfWrath Supporter 33 · August 28, 2023

Serial Number 50440 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Factory Model changed from 3 to 2

cranemaker Supporter 73 · April 20, 2021

Serial Number 50467 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This is a 17 jewel, fifth pinion, model 3.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 17j
Movement Configuration changed from Hunting to Openface
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

pwdmbj Supporter 554 · April 19, 2021

Serial Number 50467 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 17j
Movement Configuration changed from Hunting to Openface
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · April 25, 2019

Serial Number 50433 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 17j
Movement Configuration changed from Hunting to Openface
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

TimeAntiquarian Founder Research Expert Historian Top Contributor Supporter 171 · July 10, 2014

Serial Number 50404 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This movement is marked with "Bunn" and "Adjusted"
- Gilt Finish - Model 1, Keywind
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Stuart to Bunn
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Gilt
Factory Model changed from 3 to 2
Illinois Grade Bunn Pocket Watch