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Illinois | 807B

Illinois Watch Company, founded in 1870 in Springfield, Illinois, quickly became one of America’s most respected watchmakers. Renowned for their innovation and craftsmanship, Illinois produced a wide range of high-quality pocket and wristwatches, including railroad-grade timepieces that set standards for accuracy across the country. After decades of growth and technical achievement, the company was acquired by Hamilton in 1927 but continued to produce watches under the Illinois name until 1948. Today, Illinois watches are prized by collectors for their distinctive designs and their role in shaping American horological history.

Watch Details

Brand: Illinois
Model: N/A
Case Number: 369657
Serial Number: 560XXXX
Movement Number: 807B

Movement Details

Type: Manual
Jewels: 17
Complications: N/A

Case

Material: YG Filled
Diameter: Approx. 24mm
Lug to Lug Length: Approx. 38mm

Bracelet

Material: Genuine Calf Skin
Length: Approx. 6.5 Inches (Not Including Watch Head)

Additional Information

Gender: Male/Unisex
Dial Color: White
Crystal: Plastic
Year of Manufacture: Approx. 1948
Condition: Pre-Owned
Functionality: The movement in this Illinois runs well at the time of listing, but has not been bench tested for precise accuracy.
Box & Papers: N/A

Notes

This Illinois features a 24mm yellow gold filled case that sits in overall fair condition. Its outward exterior sits in clean presentable condition with its most notable wear/oxidization to the edges of its case back. There is some light movement to the movement itself within the case. Its white dial is clean with applied gold arabic hour markers. This piece is powered by a manual-wind movement and is fitted with a black leather strap. Overall, this Illinois sits in good vintage condition, showing wear consistent with its age.