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From the American Horology Archive:
Waltham Grade Vanguard Pocket Watch

American Waltham Watch Co.

Grade: Vanguard

Manufacturer: Waltham
Manufacturer Location: Waltham, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 20014590
Grade: Vanguard
Model: 1908
Estimated Production Year: 1915
Run Quantity: 2,200
Grade/Model Run: 53 of 123
Grade/Model Total Production: 182,450
Size: 16s
Jewels: 23j
Jewel Setting: Raised Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Signing Style: Old English
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Regulator: Ohlson 1908
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Railroad Grade: Yes
Wind Indicator Available: Yes
Wind Indicator Present: Yes
Data Research: 1954 Waltham "Gray Book" List
NAWCC Waltham Serial Digest
Case: Various
Run ID: 22849.G330.16S3163.161908M732.O14186.L5383.23J278
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
528.61
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
483.71
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.528%
Registry Population: 36 (1.64%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -4.80% Analyzing 1,715 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 · September 6, 2022

Serial Number 20014458 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This watch is 5position
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5

steve288 264 · August 29, 2022

Serial Number 20013725 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5

daaim19 75 · August 15, 2022

Serial Number 20013725 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5

Anonymous · May 7, 2021

Serial Number 20014016 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5

Anonymous · April 21, 2021

Serial Number 20013751 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5

Anonymous · April 21, 2021

Serial Number 20013751 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5

Anonymous · March 19, 2021

Serial Number 20013606 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · January 12, 2021

Serial Number 20013292 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

dfchong 837 · September 3, 2020

Serial Number 20013119 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · March 13, 2020

Serial Number 20014214 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

dfchong 837 · June 27, 2019

Serial Number 20014362 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · June 27, 2019

Serial Number 20014362 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · May 29, 2019

Serial Number 20014861 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · May 5, 2019

Serial Number 20013292 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

dfchong 837 · May 2, 2019

Serial Number 20013202 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · February 19, 2019

Serial Number 20014861 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · January 25, 2019

Serial Number 20013391 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · January 4, 2019

Serial Number 20013179 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 5, 2018

Serial Number 20013273 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · October 16, 2018

Serial Number 20013991 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · February 10, 2018

Serial Number 20014758 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · January 1, 2018

Serial Number 20013292 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · October 1, 2017

Serial Number 20012842 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · August 9, 2017

Serial Number 20013543 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · August 9, 2017

Serial Number 20013543 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · August 9, 2017

Serial Number 20013543 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · July 27, 2017

Serial Number 20013292 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Mawsoner1 1 · February 8, 2017

Serial Number 20013292 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

tomgomes Supporter 1 · January 9, 2017

Serial Number 20014824 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 29, 2016

Serial Number 20014413 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 27, 2016

Serial Number 20014413 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 22, 2016

Serial Number 20014413 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 7, 2016

Serial Number 20013179 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · December 23, 2015

Serial Number 20014386 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 6, 2015

Serial Number 20012984 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Actually all accurate including the "plugged" 6
positions, but this one is most certainly a wind
indicator. Cheers. duffy l.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · May 23, 2015

Serial Number 20014371 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Lossier - Plugged 6
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · April 29, 2015

Serial Number 20013647 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · April 25, 2015

Serial Number 20013647 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

watchtone 36 · April 14, 2015

Serial Number 20014739 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · December 7, 2014

Serial Number 20013833 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · December 4, 2014

Serial Number 20012808 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · December 4, 2014

Serial Number 20012808 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 5, 2014

Serial Number 20014178 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · November 4, 2014

Serial Number 20014178 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · October 9, 2014

Serial Number 20014346 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · October 8, 2014

Serial Number 20014346 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 6 to 5
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 7, 2014

Serial Number 20014258 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This is a railroad movement, adjusted in 6
positions, and is an up-down or wind indicator
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Pendant to Lever
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Bluejay 179 · July 21, 2014

Serial Number 20013313 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This is an ODD movement. It is actually a size
14, 21 Jewel, 5 Adjustment, Maximus A "Very Thin"
Pocket Watch. Old Waltham Movement Book lists
only 500 made in 1915. Housed in a 14K fine gold
case. Pendent Set and Wind. The mainspring
interchanges with a Waltham 10 size movement.
Strange movement. 3/4 plate
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Pendant to Lever
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

BamaJules 2 · January 16, 2014

Serial Number 20014635 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Lever Set
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Pendant to Lever
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

TommyPaulette 50 · December 8, 2013

Serial Number 20013604 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Pendant to Lever
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge
Waltham Grade Vanguard Pocket Watch