Rockford conversion from 1912 with a Three Finger Movement

Rockford Watch Co. was in operation from 1873-1915 and was an American pocket watch manufacturer. Manufacturing of Rockford watches took place at their facility in Rockford, Illinois.

This Rockford timepiece was manufactured in Rockford, Illinois, and completed in 1912. Unlike many other American watchmakers, Rockford was in business for a relatively short time, making their pieces exceptionally rare and highly sought after. This remarkable watch is powered by Rockford’s in-house Model 1 movement, produced between 1908 and 1914. The movement is in excellent condition, showcasing a beautiful wave-like pattern and featuring a three-finger bridge, allowing the intricate gears to be on full display. Adding to its uniqueness, the movement has been custom refinished with deep blue accents, including the screws, created through the precise art of hand thermal treatment. This process imparts a stunning blue hue to the iron-based components, enhancing the movement's visual appeal. The hands of the watch remain in their original, untouched condition, preserving the timepiece’s historical integrity. The Rockford dial, made of porcelain enamel with Arabic numerals, is in excellent condition, further elevating the watch's elegance.

The timepiece is encased in a 316L stainless steel wristwatch conversion case, designed with adjustable lugs for easy winding and setting, ensuring a comfortable fit across various wrist sizes. The case includes front, back, and crown gaskets, providing water resistance up to 50 meters, though it is recommended to remove the watch before engaging in water activities. The timepiece comes fully serviced and ready for your future adventures.

Watch Performance

• Accuracy: +/- 10 seconds per day

• Amplitude: 250 degrees

• Beat Error: 2.0 ms

• Power Supply: 24-30 hours

• Complication: Sub second hand

Watch Specifications

• Manufacture: Rockford

• Location: Rockford, Illinois

• Year Manufactured: 1912

• Dial Material: Porcelain-enamel (Excellent)

• Jewels: 15 jewels

• Case Diameter: 44 mm

• Front Crystal: Domed AR coated sapphire

• Back Crystal: Flat AR coated sapphire

• Case Material: 316L stainless

• Lug width: 22 mm

• Lug to Lug: 47 mm

• Height: 13 mm

• Original Case Included: No

• Serial Number: 890660

• Water Resistance: 50 meters

• Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty