1906 Illinois Railroad 18 size Gold Filled Pocket Watch - (23J) 24J Bunn Special

1906 Illinois Railroad 18 size Gold Filled Pocket Watch - (23J) 24J Bunn SpecialFor many collectors and serious pocket watch connoisseurs, the Bunn Special timepiece featured in today's offering needs no introduction Having established a reputation as one of the top tier Railroad Watches because of its durability, simplicity, and care taken in the manufacture of its movement, the 23 jewel Bunn Special's unique qualities have landed it among the highly collectible vintage American pocket watches. The 24J Bunn Special served as one

measuring a full 57mm in diameter

Stainless Steel

pressure fit with a flange and washer (original)

Bow condition: Better than excellent

So advanced was the movement it was adapted by Vacheron & Constantin for use in early automatics of theirs (see comparative photo below)

The LeCoultre wristwatch featured in today's offering is a classic example of a LeCoultre Memovox

Movement markings: Longines

Movement markings: Vacheron & Constantin with Maltese Cross

and one of which powers the watch showcased here

At the end of the Second World War

first Omega caliber to be copper colored

Year built: Feb