{"title":"pocket-watches","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"antique-illinois-18s-pocket-watch-1905-antique-illinois-grade-69-17-jewels-18-size-pocket-watch-working","title":"Illinois Pocket Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Illinois Grade 69 pocket watch is offered by DialArchives as a vintage American pocket watch from the early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features an 18-size mechanical movement, serial number 1761778, with production understood to date from around 1905 based on available serial information. The movement is marked 17 jewels and was produced by Illinois Watch Co. of Springfield, Illinois.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch features a railroad-style dial layout with bold numerals and clear minute markings. The case is nickel silver and features a hand-engraved stag \/ deer motif on the caseback, giving the watch strong decorative character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Illinois\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 69\u003cbr\u003eMovement: Mechanical\u003cbr\u003eSize: 18 Size\u003cbr\u003eJewels: 17 Jewels\u003cbr\u003eSerial Number: 1761778\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Production Year: 1905\u003cbr\u003eCase Material: Nickel Silver\u003cbr\u003eCaseback Detail: Hand-engraved stag \/ deer motif\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Vintage pre-owned condition, currently operating at time of listing\u003cbr\u003eBox\/Papers: Watch only, unless otherwise shown or stated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Illinois pocket watch is currently operating at the time of listing. It shows age-related wear, dial patina, case marks, and cosmetic imperfections consistent with a vintage pocket watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement operation should be reviewed in the photos and any available video. Long-term accuracy, service history, and future performance are unknown unless specifically stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: 3.3 \/ 5 — Good Vintage Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialArchives Condition Rating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement Operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial \u0026amp; Markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.4 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.1 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParts \u0026amp; Visual Consistency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.9 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrown \u0026amp; Basic Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Presentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialArchives condition ratings are internal visual assessment scores based on the item’s visible condition, presentation, and basic operation at the time of listing. These scores are provided as a guide only and are not an official manufacturer assessment, authentication certificate, timing report, or service report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos and any available video carefully, as they form part of the item description. This item is sold in the condition shown, with age-related wear, dial patina, case marks, and cosmetic imperfections visible in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialArchives is an independent seller and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorised by Illinois Watch Co. Brand names, grade numbers, serial numbers, movement details, and case details are used only to identify the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage pocket watches may show variation in operation and accuracy. Unless explicitly stated, no long-term accuracy guarantee is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dial Archives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53272947360066,"sku":null,"price":482.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/7385\/5554\/files\/Illonios_Pocket_Watch_1.png?v=1780401719"},{"product_id":"antique-1902-waltham-pocket-watch-model-1894-running-condition-1907-waltham-antiq-pocket-16-size-15-jewels-grade-620","title":"Waltham Grade 620 15 Jewels Pocket Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Waltham Grade 620 pocket watch is offered by DialArchives as a vintage American pocket watch from the early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a 16-size mechanical movement, serial number 15835808, with production understood to date from around 1907 based on available serial information. The watch is housed in a nickel silver case with decorative case detailing and a geometric-style bow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example has classic turn-of-the-century American pocket watch character, with visible age-related wear, dial patina, and case marks consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Waltham\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: American Waltham Watch Co.\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 620\u003cbr\u003eMovement: Mechanical\u003cbr\u003eSize: 16 Size\u003cbr\u003eJewels: 15 Jewels, as marked\/shown\u003cbr\u003eSerial Number: 15835808\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Production Year: 1907\u003cbr\u003eCase Material: Nickel Silver\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Vintage pre-owned condition, currently operating at time of listing\u003cbr\u003eBox\/Papers: Watch only, unless otherwise shown or stated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Waltham pocket watch is currently operating at the time of listing. It shows visible age-related wear, dial patina, case marks, and cosmetic imperfections consistent with a vintage pocket watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement operation should be reviewed in the photos and any available video. Long-term accuracy, service history, and future performance are unknown unless specifically stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: 2.5 \/ 5 — Fair Vintage Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialArchives Condition Rating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement Operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial \u0026amp; Markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParts \u0026amp; Visual Consistency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrown \u0026amp; Basic Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Presentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialArchives condition ratings are internal visual assessment scores based on the item’s visible condition, presentation, and basic operation at the time of listing. These scores are provided as a guide only and are not an official manufacturer assessment, authentication certificate, timing report, or service report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos and any available video carefully, as they form part of the item description. This item is sold in the condition shown, with age-related wear, dial patina, case marks, and cosmetic imperfections visible in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDialArchives is an independent seller and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorised by Waltham or American Waltham Watch Co. Brand names, grade numbers, serial numbers, movement details, and case details are used only to identify the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage pocket watches may show variation in operation and accuracy. Unless explicitly stated, no long-term accuracy guarantee is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dial Archives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53276057960770,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/7385\/5554\/files\/Waltham_Pocket_watch_3.png?v=1780401359"},{"product_id":"south-bend-vintage-1922-south-bend-pocket-watch-grade-209-16s-9j-for-parts-or-repair-title-1922-south-bend-pocket-grade-209-9-jewels-for-parts","title":"South Bend Pocket Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-r-2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h4 m-b-0 m-y-md-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"p-r-sm-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"js-watch-notes overflow-wrap-word\"\u003eFor sale is a classic piece of American horology: a South Bend Grade 209 open-face pocket watch, manufactured around 1922 (Serial #1018857).\u003cbr\u003eMovement: 16-size, 9-jewels nickel finish with \"Double Roller\" high-quality designation.\u003cbr\u003eCase: Housed in an original Illinois Watch Case Co. \"Spartan\" base metal case.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: The watch is currently not running. The movement appears clean and free of heavy corrosion, but likely requires a full service or parts. Dial shows attractive vintage patina with Art Deco-style numerals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for a hobbyist watchmaker's restoration project or as a high-quality parts donor. Sold as-is.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Rating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition: 1.0 \/ 5 — Parts \/ Repair Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial \u0026amp; Scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.9 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrown \u0026amp; Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal Condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Presentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 \/ 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is sold strictly as parts \/ repair. Functionality is not guaranteed and servicing or restoration should be expected. Cosmetic wear, missing components, age-related deterioration, or mechanical faults may be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos and movement video carefully before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Dial Archives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53276329345346,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/7385\/5554\/files\/Southbend_Pocketwatch_2.png?v=1780402082"}],"url":"https:\/\/dialarchives.com\/collections\/pocketwatches.oembed","provider":"Dial Archives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}