Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade Unknown Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.
Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 197673
Model: 6
Estimated Production Year: 1883
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219

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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 81 · August 10, 2023

Serial Number 197721 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 15 jewels, Marked "Adjusted" Nickel Damaskeening
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Jewels changed from ? to 15j

Louisc1 Supporter 81 · June 4, 2023

Serial Number 197721 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel
Jewels changed from ? to 15j

Anonymous · March 28, 2022

Serial Number 197820 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

Anonymous · March 28, 2022

Serial Number 197820 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

Anonymous · March 16, 2021

Serial Number 197623 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

shovelhead 66 · June 10, 2019

Serial Number 197704 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

ngupaan 95 · May 16, 2019

Serial Number 197704 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Exposed Escapement
Nickel Plates
15 Jewel
Marked "R.W.Co" in Old English
also "Safety Pinion"
RR Grade in it's Day
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt or Nickel to Nickel

Anonymous · September 17, 2014

Serial Number 197693 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j

rtwatches 943 · April 6, 2014

Serial Number 197673 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j

Anonymous · April 28, 2013

Serial Number 197650 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Rockford Grade Unknown Pocket Watch