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Illinois Railroad Grade

Illinois Pocket Watch Railroad Grade Bunn Special Housed in Nickel Silver Case

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John Whitfield Bunn was one of the two brothers behind the Illinois Watch Company. A friend and financier of Abraham Lincoln, the founder's elaborate signature appears on the company's most famous pocket watch: the Bunn Special. Dating to 1923, this perfectly preserved pocket watch is a substantial 18-size. Its handsome, blemish-free dial boasts large, bold, black, serifed Arabic numerals with secondary indices indicating the minutes. The watch embodies all the legibility that made railroad watches mandatory safety equipment for America's railroad system. The Bunn Special is powered by the robust and hugely accurate 21 jewel movement, beautifully decorated with the highly sought-after bright spotted finish pattern. This Bunn Special is immaculate in every detail. If you're looking for the best of the best for everyday carry or a growing collection, this Bunn Special is an ideal choice. All our treasured timepieces are completely disassembled, expertly cleaned and oiled using the finest quality watch oil and gear grease, and adjusted for accuracy. Full one year warranty.

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Specifications

Manufacturer Illinois
Location Springfield, Illinois
Serial Number 4432378
Production Year 1923
Grade Bunn Special
Model 6
Size 18s
Jewels 21
Configuration Open face, lever-set
Finish Nickel
Adjustments 6 positions, temperature, isochronism
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Railroad Grade Yes — meets railroad timekeeping standards

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