{"product_id":"1928-illinois-bunn-special-type-iii-16s-railroad-pocket-watch","title":"1928 Illinois Bunn Special 60Hrs. Railroad Pocket Watch 21 Jewels ADJ. 16s Openface 10K GF","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWatch Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered here is a high-grade vintage Illinois Bunn Special Type III 60-Hour railroad pocket watch, a fine American timepiece dating to 1928. It features a classic white enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, outer minute track, large blued steel hands, and a sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock for excellent legibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis open-face manual-wind pocket watch is powered by the original Illinois Watch Co. mechanical movement, Grade Bunn Special, featuring 21 jewels, size 16s, Model 14, Variation Type III. It is lever-set and fully railroad grade, adjusted to six positions, temperature, and isochronism for precision timekeeping. Developed to meet the growing safety demands of the railroad industry, the Bunn Special Type III introduced the innovative 60-hour motor barrel, allowing longer running time between winds — a crucial advancement for rail service reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe movement is in excellent condition and showcases raised gold jewel settings with a beautiful ray-pattern nickel finish. The watch is housed in a large 50.5mm round Wadsworth 10K gold-filled case with classic engraved details, paired with an elegant bow and traditional crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in working condition with a clean movement and good dial, this is a highly collectible railroad-grade pocket watch ideal for serious collectors and vintage horology enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illinos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pocket Watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear \/ Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1928 - Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDial \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arabic numerals, sub-seconds, minute track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMovement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual-winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illinois Bunn Special - Type III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSome Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRailroad Grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize 16s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel 14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariation type III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel 60-Hr. 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The pocket watch holder is not included in the purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Second Hand Horology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt SECOND HAND HOROLOGY, we offer a curated selection of watches ranging from vintage to modern, including both brand-new and pre-owned timepieces. We’re committed to quality, accuracy, and integrity. Our listings feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional, unedited photography and clear, transparent descriptions. Every watch is thoroughly inspected and securely packaged to ensure a confident, seamless buying experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also warmly invite you to visit our physical shop and explore the collection in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContact Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe appreciate you checking out our listing! 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