$1,295.00
1 in stock
Offered here is a highly desirable Illinois Bunn Special 161 Type II “Sixty‑Hour” railroad pocket watch—one of the most sought‑after late‑era Illinois railroad grades and produced in comparatively limited numbers. Celebrated for its long‑running 60‑hour mainspring and exceptional build quality, the 161 Type II stands as a pinnacle of American railroad‑timekeeping engineering.
This example comes from a long‑time collector’s estate and presents beautifully. The double‑sunk Bunn Special (23 Jewel 60 Hour) dial is outstanding! It shows no cracks, hairlines, or repairs, with bold numerals and crisp minute tracks that display exactly as collectors hope to find them. The movement winds smoothly, sets properly, and is running, reflecting the robust reliability these watches were known for on the rails. Housed in a correct and very attractive Bunn Special No. 28 yellow gold‑filled case, the watch retains strong engraving, clean surfaces, and no wear‑through, a rarity for these cases after nearly a century of use. The case lid opens and closes properly, and the overall presentation is both honest and exceptionally well preserved. A true working artifact of the railroad era, the Illinois Bunn Special 161 Type II remains one of the most collectible 16‑size American railroad watches—especially in this condition, with a superb dial and a strong, original Bunn Special case.
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