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From the American Horology Archive:
Waltham Grade Maximus Pocket Watch

American Waltham Watch Co.

Grade: Maximus

Production Inconsistent with Factory Records. See Research Notes.

Manufacturer: Waltham
Manufacturer Location: Waltham, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 16177740
Grade: Maximus
Model: 1899
Estimated Production Year: 1907
Run Quantity: 300
Grade/Model Run: 50 of 59
Grade/Model Total Production: 14,000
Size: 16s
Jewels: 23j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: Bridge Plate
Bridge Type: Center
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: 20567.G111.16S2331.161899M1252.O12874.P5962.23J196
Database Version: v52.235
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
26.64
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
24.24
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.026%
Registry Population: 10 (3.33%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -2.04% Analyzing 88 Sales
Research Note: Waltham Serial Lists designate this run as Model 1899. However, #16177740 has been reported as containing features more consistent with the Model 1908. (This run was produced around the time of transition from the M1899 to M1908). #16177720: Verified as containing features consistent with the Model 1908 classification [NAWCC].

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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 23, 2021

Serial Number 16177908 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · April 24, 2020

Serial Number 16177746 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

dfchong 837 · September 4, 2019

Serial Number 16177831 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

dfchong 837 · March 11, 2019

Serial Number 16177845 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

dfchong 837 · September 21, 2018

Serial Number 16177954 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 21, 2018

Serial Number 16177954 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

BoPo42 Supporter 21 · August 7, 2018

Serial Number 16177740 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: should be model 1908 fitted with 4722A crown
wheel, 33 crown and 45 spur teeth ,and 4727A
winding pinion (part nos from 1940 material book
). wind wheel marked lossier hair spring . and has
recoil click.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · April 11, 2018

Serial Number 16177949 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 25, 2017

Serial Number 16177867 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 23 jewels
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

BoPo42 Supporter 21 · November 22, 2017

Serial Number 16177740 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · May 25, 2017

Serial Number 16177902 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · May 9, 2016

Serial Number 16177778 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt or Nickel
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · June 16, 2015

Serial Number 16177840 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · April 24, 2014

Serial Number 16177831 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · December 9, 2013

Serial Number 16177704 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 21j to 23j
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge
Waltham Grade Maximus Pocket Watch