Waltham Pocket Watch: Serial Number 12656202 (Grade Bridge)

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Access Date: April 26, 2024

From the American Horology Archive:

American Waltham Watch Co.

Grade: Bridge

Manufacturer:	Waltham
Manufacturer Location:	Waltham, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number:	12656202
Grade:	Bridge
Model:	1899
Estimated Production Year:	1903
Run Quantity:	500
Grade/Model Run:	13 of 15
Grade/Model Total Production:	3,660
Size:	16s
Jewels:	23j
Jewel Setting:	Pressed Raised Cup Settings
Movement Configuration:	Hunting
Movement Finish:	Nickel
Movement Setting:	Pendant
Plate:	Bridge Plate
Bridge Type:	Split Finger
Regulator:	Reed
Hairspring:	Breguet
Adjusted:	Yes
Adjusted to Position:	Yes
Data Research:	1954 Waltham "Gray Book" List NAWCC Waltham Serial Digest
Case:	Various
Run ID:	18424.G23.16S1688.161899M644.H5838.P4305.23J105
Database Version:	v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index: Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration	6.20
PWDB Relative Rarity Index: Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration	5.64
Share of Production: Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration	0.006%
Registry Population:	11 (2.20%)
Research Note: #12656202: Verified as more consistent with a standard 23-Jewel Riverside Maximus model.

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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 · February 26, 2023

Serial Number 12656050 was reported as accurate.

Robbybob1 7 · September 26, 2022

Serial Number 12656202 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The watch is marked Riverside, and Maximus. The
bridge is larger than shown in the pictures and
drawings. Only one Finger instead of two.

Curator Response: Thanks for the report. This information has been noted in the research notes for this run.

JerryT Waltham Expert Small Watch Expert 425 · February 13, 2022

Serial Number 12656036 was reported as accurate.

JerryT Waltham Expert Small Watch Expert 425 · February 13, 2022

Serial Number 12656034 was reported as accurate.

watchtone 36 · June 3, 2020

Serial Number 12656374 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The movement is marked A. W. W. Co. Riverside
with 'Maximus' on the barrel bridge, as well as
the serial number 12656374. I will forward a
photo.

Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · April 4, 2020

Serial Number 12656462 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 4, 2020

Serial Number 12656462 was reported as accurate.

pwdmbj Supporter 554 · June 4, 2019

Serial Number 12656240 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: ebay part - maximus barrel bridge

Anonymous · April 20, 2016

Serial Number 12656034 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Matches second picture, not first line drawing.
4th wheel is part of a two-finger bridge, not the
cente wheel bridge.

Anonymous · April 18, 2016

Serial Number 12656034 was reported as accurate.

hapc001 11 · April 14, 2016

Serial Number 12656199 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Watch is marked as Riverside Maximus. It is a
hunter with custom dial, 14 K gold case, and gold
hands. It is 23 J and is 16 S. It says adjusted
but no indications of # of positions.