23J Sangamo Special Illinois Railroad Pocket Watch c.1921 | Stiff Bow Case, 17 Size

ITEM-2668

$1,000.00

Product Details

Illinois Sangamo Special Railroad Pocket Watch c.1921 | 23 Jewel, Stiff Bow Case

Produced in 1921, this Illinois Sangamo Special is one of the finest railroad-grade pocket watches manufactured by the Illinois Watch Company. Designed for accuracy, durability, and dependable railroad service, the Sangamo Special has long been recognized as one of the premier American railroad watches and remains highly sought after by collectors today.

The watch is housed in a handsome 17 size yellow gold filled open face stiff bow case. Stiff bow cases were specifically designed for railroad service, providing increased durability and reducing wear to the bow from constant daily use. The case remains in Very Good condition, retaining an attractive appearance with honest wear consistent with careful ownership.

The white single sunk porcelain dial features bold Arabic numerals and elegant blued spade hands, offering the exceptional legibility required for railroad timekeeping. The dial is in Perfect condition, making it an especially attractive example.

Powering the watch is Illinois' beautifully finished 23 jewel nickel movement with the company's distinctive bridge style layout. The movement is stem set, utilizes the reliable lever escapement, and remains properly signed by the manufacturer. With its high jewel count, precision construction, and attractive finishing, the Sangamo Special earned a well-deserved reputation as one of America's finest railroad movements.

The combination of the premium 23 jewel bridge movement, original porcelain dial, and desirable stiff bow railroad case makes this an excellent opportunity for collectors seeking an authentic Illinois railroad watch from the golden age of American railroading.

Key Features

MAKE

• Manufacturer: Illinois

• Model: Sanagmo Special

• Country: USA

• Type: Man’s

• Serial #: 3863891

• Circa Date: 1921

CASE

• Size: 17 Size.

• Style: Open Face.

• Material: Yellow gold filled.

• Decorations: Stiff Bow Case.

• Conditions: C 3 (The case is in Very Good condition)

DIAL

• Color: White.

• Type: Single sunk porcelain dial.

• Numerals: Arabic Numerals.

• Hands: Spade Hands.

• Conditions: D 2 (The dial is in Perfect condition)

MOVEMENT

• Jewels: 23 Jewels.

• Setting: Stem Set.

• Escapement: Lever Escapement.

• Material: Nickel.

• Layout: Bridge Style Layout.

• Signed: Yes.

• Conditions: M 3 (The movement is in Very Good condition)

Whether displayed in an advanced railroad watch collection or appreciated as an example of American precision engineering, this Illinois Sangamo Special represents the exceptional quality that made the Illinois Watch Company famous.

Collector's Note

The Illinois Sangamo Special ranks among the most desirable American railroad pocket watches ever produced. Its premium 23 jewel bridge movement, precision engineering, and rugged railroad construction made it a favorite among railroad employees, while today it remains one of the cornerstone models sought by serious Illinois and railroad watch collectors.