16s 17J Illinois Private label pocket watch movement c1899

16s 17J Illinois Private label pocket watch movement c1899

Code: MA22

£75.00 Approx $94.58, €87.51, ¥681.82
 

This is a 16 size 17 Jewel Hunter  / lever set movement – does not come with a winder

The movement has a good balance and spring – is sluggish however

Movement – the ¾ plate movement has a lever escapement with a micrometer regulator. The movement is decorated with damascening. The movement is signed “The Edward B Butler Special, 17 Jewels, Adjusted” # 1457784. The movement is in 90% mint condition – some scratches

Dial – the white enamel dial is double sunk and has a pair of mismatched blue steel hands. The dial is signed “Edward B Butler” and is in 85% mint condition – a chip on the edge and some hairlines

The movement measures 42mm x 8mm