New York Watch Co. Pocket Watch: Serial Number 5721 (Grade John L. King)

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Access Date: May 17, 2025

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New York Watch Co.

Grade: John L. King

Private Label(s) in Run:

A.J. Robinson - Providence, R.I.

Benedict Bros. - 171 Broadway - New York

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Manufacturer:	New York Watch Co.
Manufacturer Location:	Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number:	5721
Grade:	John L. King
Model:	1869
Estimated Production Year:	1870
Run Quantity:	150
Grade/Model Run:	5 of 9
Grade/Model Total Production:	775
Size:	18s
Jewels:	17j
Jewel Material:	Ruby
Jewel Setting:	Screw-Set
Movement Configuration:	Adaptable
Movement Finish:	Gilt
Movement Setting:	Key
Wind Mechanism:	Key
Plate:	3/4 Plate
Regulator:	Plain
Hairspring:	Flat
Standard Dial Type:	Single-Sunk
Adjusted:	Yes
Adjusted to Temperature:	Yes
Movement Markings:	John L. King Springfield, Mass.
Case:	Various
Run ID:	27.G5.18S16.181869M16.E16.K18.17J5
Database Version:	v52.648
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