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Jul 24, 2012 - Inside the case it says guaranteed for 20 years., and the number that. Thomas Russell was active as a company in Liverpool from around about 1850. I believe I figured it out my serial number on my pocket watch is(###). Aug 06, 2011 The watch is a Thomas Russell & Sons, and after browsing the internet I think it dates from around 1900 or so. I managed to find this link to the watchmaker, which shows that he was from Liverpool, England. Also stamped is the serial number 2251488, which is the same as the outer cover.
How to Find Info About Your Pocket Watch
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The Pocket Watch Database has compiled data covering the major American pocket watch manufacturers and created an easy way to find information using the serial number on the watch movement. Here are a few tips to find information about your pocket watch:
- Always input the serial number from the pocket watch movement (the 'mechanism' of the watch).
- Never use the serial number from the case or any other part.
- Always select the correct manufacturer, which is usually stamped on the watch movement or dial.
- If the manufacturer is not listed on the site, you may have a 'private label' watch or it may not be American-made.
- If the serial number includes a letter, enter it along with the number when using the lookup feature.
- Many pocket watch case backs screw off. Others may require a dull wide blade to pry or pop the cover. Be careful not to scratch or damage the movement.
- Consider uploading images of your watch by creating a collection account on the website. This is compeltely free and assists in promoting research in American horology.
- Understand that many companies did not keep accurate or complete records. As a result, information displayed on this site may have inaccuracies. This is to be expected, and we have included an option to report inaccurate information on the result pages so the database can be continually improved.
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