Howard Series O 23 Jewel Railroad Pocket Watch CA1910 | Railroad Grade Open Face

The Howard Series O 23 Jewel railroad pocket watch represents one of the higher-grade American railroad-era timepieces produced during the early twentieth century. Manufactured circa 1910, this example reflects the precision engineering and elevated craftsmanship associated with E. Howard & Company during its mature production period, when the brand was recognized for producing some of the finest railroad watches in the United States.

This example is powered by a signed 23 jewel lever set movement featuring a nickel bridge-style layout and lever escapement. The higher jewel count places this Series O among the more refined Howard railroad-grade models, designed for improved durability, smoother operation, and enhanced positional stability. Watches of this specification were intended for demanding professional service where reliability and accuracy were essential.

The movement is housed in a 16 size yellow gold filled open face case with machined decorative finish. The case remains in very good condition, showing honest age-consistent wear while retaining strong overall presentation. A fitted dust cover is also present and remains in very good condition with only light surface marks, an important feature often missing on surviving examples.

The dial is a classic white double sunk porcelain railroad dial with bold Arabic numerals and spade hands, designed for maximum legibility in all lighting conditions. It remains in very good condition with clean contrast and only minor visible age lines consistent with early twentieth-century porcelain dials.

As a whole, the Howard Series O 23 Jewel stands as a strong example of American railroad horology at its peak. With its higher-grade movement, desirable double sunk dial, dust cover, and gold filled case, this 1910 timepiece remains a highly collectible representation of early railroad watchmaking and the legacy of E. Howard & Company.

Details:

MAKE

Manufacturer: Howard
Model: Series O
Country: USA
Type: Man’s
Serial #: 1086324
Circa Date: 1910

CASE

Size: 16 Size.

Style: Open Face.

Material: Yellow Gold Filled.

Decorations:  Machined.

Conditions:  C  3  (The case is in Very Good condition)
Dust Cover:
Condition 3-9 (The Dust Cover is in Very Good condition – Slightly Scratched)

DIAL

Color: White.

Type: Double Sunk Porcelain Dial.

Numerals: Arabic Numerals.

Hands: Spade Hands.

Conditions:  D  3  (The dial is in Very Good condition)

MOVEMENT

Jewels: 23 Jewels.

Setting: Lever Set.

Escapement: Lever Escapement.

Material: Nickel.

Layout: Bridge Style Layout.

Signed:  Yes.