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"3993" could possibly indicate the grade of the watch and not the serial number of your movement. Serial numbers are usually more than a few digits.
From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade Unknown Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

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Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 3993
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1877
Size: 18s
Jewels: 9j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Hurd
Movement Markings: Rockford Watch Co.
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -9.33% Analyzing 271 Sales

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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.


Anonymous · January 9, 2024

Serial Number 3541 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Serial number 3541 movement inscribed 15 jewels.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · January 8, 2024

Serial Number 3541 was reported as accurate.

ChrisG Top Contributor Supporter 543 · May 14, 2023

Serial Number 3993 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Verification image : 125864400627
Curator Response: Thanks!

cbzimm Supporter 468 · March 21, 2019

Serial Number 3925 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 19, 2018

Serial Number 3545 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 9J

Anonymous · January 15, 2018

Serial Number 3545 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 9J

Anonymous · January 2, 2018

Serial Number 3832 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: the #3832 has 9 jewels
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 9J
Rockford Grade Unknown Pocket Watch