Description
Manufactured by the Rockford Watch Co. – Railroad Grade: 655, Wind Indicator
Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 858762
Grade: 655
Model: 5
Estimated Production Year: 1911
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 3 of 5
Total Production: 3,300
Size: 16s
Jewels: 21j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Open face
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Thin Wavy Lines
Movement Signing Style: Block Letter
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Center Wheel Material: Gold
Regulator: Reed
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Wind Indicator Available: Yes
Wind Indicator Present: Yes
Rare Rockford Railroad Grade 655 with Up Down Wind Indicator Housed in Stunning GF Case
This exquisite Rockford Railroad Grade 665 Model 5 produced in 1911 features an Up/Dn wind indicator. This feature was added in a tiny quantity of a mere 3,300 total produced, making this specimen one of the rarest in the world.
This Grade 665 movement is a railroad ready timepiece featuring an ornate demaskeen pattern indicating the high grade materials and craftsmanship involved in the crafting of this timepiece. It is housed in the popular “Bulldog” style case for superior protection of the movement. The case is a joy to behold with its subtle green gold 14K fill, decorative work, and it’s faced with a flawless dial and the rare up/down wind indicator.
The rarity of this time piece and its pre-World War I production date makes it an excellent addition to display for the serious collector or railroad enthusiast with a passion for the state of Illinois’ contribution to the history of railroading, and the fine railroad grade timepieces that emerged around the turn of the twenty century. And if you specialize in collecting timepieces with the up/down wind indicator this may be a rare, even once in a lifetime opportunity to add this specific timepiece to your collection.
DETAILS
Overall Condition: Excellent
Case: Illinois Watch Case Co., Bulldog style, 14K gold filled – excellent
Dial: Single sunk enamel, – excellent
Hands: Blued steel – excellent
Movement: Excellent
Warranty: Full one-year warranty.
Service: All our treasured timepieces are completely disassembled, expertly cleaned, and oiled using the finest quality watch oil and gear grease and adjusted for accuracy.
Included with all orders: quality gift box, velvet pouch, tarnish-free paper, display stand (pictured), and polishing cloth
Orders under: $2,500 are shipped USPS Priority Mail with signature confirmation.
Orders over: $2,500 are shipped FedEx Overnight with signature confirmation.
Description
Manufactured by the Rockford Watch Co. – Railroad Grade: 655, Wind Indicator
Manufacturer: Rockford
Manufacturer Location: Rockford, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 858762
Grade: 655
Model: 5
Estimated Production Year: 1911
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 3 of 5
Total Production: 3,300
Size: 16s
Jewels: 21j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Open face
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Thin Wavy Lines
Movement Signing Style: Block Letter
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Center Wheel Material: Gold
Regulator: Reed
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Wind Indicator Available: Yes
Wind Indicator Present: Yes