Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade 89 Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

Grade: 89

Private Label(s) in Run:

Otto Wettstein - Rochelle, Ill. (Adjusted)

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 296415
Grade: 89
Variation: LP
Model: 7
Estimated Production Year: 1887
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 3 of 10
Grade/Model Total Production: 7,300
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Inlay Color: None
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Type 5
Hairspring: Breguet
Escapement Type: Straight-line
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Adjusted: Mixed
Movement Markings: R.W.Co.
Rockford Ill.
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 269.89G3.18S267.187M21.O33.L132.15J99
Database Version: v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
21.98
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
224.65
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1.137%
Registry Population: 10 (1.00%)
Research Note: #296005: Verified as Private Label Marked "Otto Wettstein - Rochelle, Ill." and "Adjusted" (Center Jeweled) [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.


cbzimm Supporter 468 · January 17, 2024

Serial Number 296376 was reported as accurate.

gma3005 Supporter 23 · October 25, 2021

Serial Number 296415 was reported as accurate.

gma3005 Supporter 23 · October 25, 2021

Serial Number 296415 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 7, 2020

Serial Number 296417 was reported as accurate.

Jacobm 13 · August 16, 2019

Serial Number 296933 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 16, 2012

Serial Number 296008 was reported as accurate.

Rockford Grade 89 Pocket Watch