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From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade 15 Jewels Adjusted Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

Grade: 15 Jewels Adjusted

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Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 15695
Grade: 15 Jewels Adjusted
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1877
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Signing Style: Formal Script
Movement Inlay Color: None
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Movement Markings: Rockford Watch Co.
Rockford, Ill.
15 Jewels
Adjusted
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Research Note: #15708: Verified as 18-Size KWKS Model 1 Marked "15 Jewels" and "Adjusted" [JH]

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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.


Bekkster 5 · February 16, 2024

Serial Number 15695 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Model 1
Not Adjusted
Not railroad grade

Bekkster 5 · February 15, 2024

Serial Number 15695 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Bekkster 5 · February 15, 2024

Serial Number 15695 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

pwdmbj Supporter 552 · November 29, 2019

Serial Number 15855 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Both key and lever set
Both key and stem wind
H. Abbots Pat May 14 '78
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-15j to 15 Jewels Adjusted

Anonymous · May 27, 2019

Serial Number 15549 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 9 JEWELS
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-15j to 15 Jewels Adjusted

Anonymous · August 21, 2018

Serial Number 15708 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from M1-15j to 15 Jewels Adjusted

Anonymous · July 24, 2017

Serial Number 15695 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Factory Model changed from 2 to 1

Anonymous · December 25, 2015

Serial Number 15815 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Marked "15 jewels" on barrel bridge
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · December 9, 2014

Serial Number 15679 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · June 6, 2014

Serial Number 15758 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 15 Jewel
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · March 31, 2014

Serial Number 15691 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · March 1, 2014

Serial Number 15522 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · March 1, 2014

Serial Number 15522 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · April 26, 2013

Serial Number 15902 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Marked EXTRA, private label Fred Merck
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 15 Jewels Adjusted
Jewels changed from 9J to 15j
Rockford Grade 15 Jewels Adjusted Pocket Watch