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Lancaster Watch Co. Grade Record Pocket Watch

Lancaster Watch Co.

Grade: Record

Manufacturer: Lancaster Watch Co.
Manufacturer Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Movement Serial Number: 71121
Grade: Record
Variation: 10J
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1882
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 2 of 2
Grade/Model Total Production: 2,000
Size: 18s
Jewels: 10j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Balance Type: Expansion
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Movement Markings: Record
Lancaster, Pa.
Patent Pinion
Case: Various
Run ID: 44.G2.18S30.182M14.H17.L13.10J6
Database Version: v52.235
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
6.02
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
44.32
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.880%
Registry Population: 6 (0.60%)
Research Note: #71118 and #71534: Burnished Jewels Top Plate, #71578: Marked "Ruby - Lancaster, Pa." This grade name is later used for a high-grade 18-Size movement and then a ladies' grade. This one appears to be consistent with other "Record" movements indicating a private label or experiemental grade classification.

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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.


23Greenwich Supporter 189 · February 7, 2024

Serial Number 71229 was reported as accurate.

Lancaster Watch Co. Grade Record Pocket Watch