The Illinois Watch Company was one of the premier American watch manufactures. It was founded on December 23, 1870, in Springfield, Illinois by John C. Adams, John Whitfield Bun, and various additional financiers. Twenty years later, Jacob Bunn, Jr. took over and ran the company until his death in 1926.

"Today, these watches are prized by collectors and designers for their look and reliability. Engineered during a time when the automobile still sported wooden spokes, this futuristic wrist-maniche is glorious."


ILLINOIS
Wristwatch

We have today a STUNNING timepiece, a vintage Illinois wristwatch. The serial number and the caliber grade indicate that this watch is dated from 1934. A very UNIQUE watch, an original Illinois wristwatch.

It is a manual wind watch with an Illinois movement grade 607A, size 6/0s, 17 jewels, made in Springfield, U.S.A.

From the "decorative era", a beautiful 25.5mm square case with fancy corners and lugs design. All in 10K rolled gold plate.

After 85 years, it still has a gorgeous sunburst dial with golden Arabic Numerals, bold minute marks and matching hands. The sub dial is located at 6. Also, the dial is signed "ILLINOIS".

This watch is coming with a vintage Flex-Let flex bracelet, 10K gold filled top and stainless steel bottom.

It is a very attractive looking watch, a very unique timepiece. It is in LOVELY condition, runs very well and it keeps great time!

Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any questions, or respectful offers.

Movement:
ILLINOIS WATCH
Springfield
U.S.A.
Grade 607A
17 Jewels
Serial # 5663050

Measures (mm):
Case 25.5 x 25.5
Case Lug to Lug 38.5
Case Thickness 10
Lug Width 17
Band Width 16

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men's watches typically measure between 29-36mm (some larger, some smaller) wide excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women's watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than todays offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust light when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.

The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended.
See all the photos, feel free to ask questions if you have any.

It will be carefully packed.
 
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