Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Rockford Grade 9 Jewels Pocket Watch

Rockford Watch Co.

Grade: 9 Jewels

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Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 74721
Grade: 9 Jewels
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1879
Size: 18s
Jewels: 9j
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Railroad Grade: No
Data Research: 1907 Rockford Serial List
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235

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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 74793 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 1, 2024

Serial Number 74793 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 8, 2020

Serial Number 74317 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This Rockford movement serial number 74317 is
nickel, 17 jewels, transition key/stem wind
hunting style.
I believe the manufacture date is 1879.
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:
Grade changed from Unknown to 9 Jewels

Anonymous · July 29, 2019

Serial Number 74099 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 9 Jewels

Anonymous · December 2, 2016

Serial Number 74688 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 9 Jewels

Anonymous · October 27, 2013

Serial Number 74317 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This is a 17 jewel, Nickel finish, model 2.
Estimated year is 1879.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to 9 Jewels
Rockford Grade 9 Jewels Pocket Watch