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From the American Horology Archive:
South Bend Grade 223 Pocket Watch

South Bend Watch Co.

Grade: 223

Studebaker

Manufacturer: South Bend
Manufacturer Location: South Bend, Indiana
Movement Serial Number: 749001
Grade: 223
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1912
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 5 of 5
Grade/Model Total Production: 5,000
Size: 16s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Material: Ruby & Sapphire
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Bridge Type: 3-Finger
Double Roller: Yes
Train Material: Gold
Center Wheel Material: Gold
Regulator: Micrometric
Pallet Jewel Material: Sapphire
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Data Research: 1917 South Bend Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 398.223G5.16S198.162M82.O238.L268.17J146
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
14.97
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
51.04
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.581%
Registry Population: 16 (1.60%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 10.64% Analyzing 56 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.


sanderson 35 · November 2, 2021

Serial Number 749400 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This watch movement appears correct as the
database indicates to the best of my knowledge
except the movement is marked "The Studebaker" and
not just "Studebaker". I would appreciate
clarification that there is a difference and
should it not be noted here? .
I recently acquired this watch, and I see it was
added to the database back in 2017 and the poster
indicated at that time that everything was
accurate.
Thanks as always for your time and attention
Curator Response: Correct. The Grade 223 is marked "The Studebaker" and is more desirable by collectors.

ebsrods Supporter 108 · October 21, 2021

Serial Number 749761 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 15, 2021

Serial Number 749691 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 15, 2020

Serial Number 749845 was reported as accurate.

Strawbs 11 · June 29, 2020

Serial Number 749453 was reported as accurate.

Strawbs 11 · June 23, 2020

Serial Number 749453 was reported as accurate.

Strawbs 11 · June 22, 2020

Serial Number 749453 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 20, 2020

Serial Number 749453 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 3, 2020

Serial Number 749340 was reported as accurate.

Ashraf 149 · November 1, 2019

Serial Number 749608 was reported as accurate.

Ashraf 149 · October 31, 2019

Serial Number 749608 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 28, 2018

Serial Number 749440 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 31, 2018

Serial Number 749429 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 17, 2017

Serial Number 749400 was reported as accurate.

RAF777 94 · September 19, 2016

Serial Number 749288 was reported as accurate.

pocketwatch101 111 · July 16, 2016

Serial Number 749058 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 11, 2016

Serial Number 749288 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Grade 223 the studebaker
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

cmdraven 3970 · June 10, 2016

Serial Number 749058 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 16 size 17 jewel The Studebaker.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Bluejay 179 · July 28, 2015

Serial Number 749116 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Anonymous · July 23, 2015

Serial Number 749288 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Anonymous · December 7, 2014

Serial Number 749831 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 6, 2014

Serial Number 749754 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 6, 2013

Serial Number 749491 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Grade 223, three finger, 16s
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

RAF777 94 · October 23, 2013

Serial Number 749984 was reported as accurate.

cmdraven 3970 · September 27, 2013

Serial Number 749491 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The Studebaker, 223, 17 jewels... same as the
report on Dec 17, 2012.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

cmdraven 3970 · September 27, 2013

Serial Number 749941 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 10, 2013

Serial Number 749829 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 12, 2013

Serial Number 749205 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 749205 is also a grade 223 "The Studebaker" 16
size movement

Anonymous · December 17, 2012

Serial Number 749108 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The movement on this s/n is marked The Studebaker
223. It also says Double Roller and in another
spot has Adjusted To Temp & 5 Positions. It has a
checkerboard type pattern on the movement, ruby
jewels, and some other very fancy markings on the
movement. It is very pretty compared to the pix at
the right ;)
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Adjusted changed from Unknown to Yes
Adjusted # Positions changed from Unknown to 5
Railroad Grade changed from Unknown to Yes
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Anonymous · December 17, 2012

Serial Number 749108 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 309 to 223
Size changed from 18 to 16
Double Roller changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Anonymous · April 29, 2012

Serial Number 749685 was reported as accurate.

South Bend Grade 223 Pocket Watch