Jun 4, 2009 · In seeking information about a watch, it is the serial number on the movement (the "works") that is important. Information about Illinois watches may be found, using the …

Sep 12, 2008 · Here is some brief overview I put together of the numbered 16 size Illinois grades, focusing on the Illinois grade numbering system and the characteristics that watches share …

Jun 25, 2012 · I'm new to all of this, just recently inherited my grandfathers 1930 Illinois Watch Co. pocket watch. I've always like watches, and after receiving my grandfathers, inspecting it and …

May 30, 2009 · The Illinois Watch Case Co. started in Chicago in 1886 and, within a few years, moved to Elgin, IL. It continued making cases until the 1950s.

May 12, 2023 · I have a pocket watch case marked “Illinois Watch Case Co. Elgin Tivoli Gold Filled 14k Guaranteed” and I’m curious about its gold content and how long it should wear.

Aug 13, 2020 · Illinois Pocket Watch Information: Serial Number 2968364 (Grade Sangamo Special) As this is a lever set watch, you'll need to unscrew the front bezel in order to pull out …

Aug 11, 2016 · I received a Grandfather's Illinois pocket watch years ago. Happened upon it and decided to explore its history. Couple questions: - how do I get at the "innards" to see if there …

Jan 28, 2007 · Hi Tom: Welcome to the NAWCC Pocket Watch Message Board! The Illinois Watch Company was founded in 1870 as the Springfield Watch Co. of Springfield, IL. It turned …

Dec 31, 2023 · Ehrhardt' "Illinois Watch Co. ID and Price Guide" has an ad (I. Press & Sons, Wholesale Jewelers) from 1917 that looks like it has your grade Illinois in it. At that time, it was …

Jun 30, 2020 · There is a thread dedicated to trolley watches Trolley pocket watches This one has some good info on electric railroad watches as well as links to other similar threads Hamilton …