Howard Keystone - My Newest Watch

[Wynot]

I don't know a whole lot about Howard watches and less about Howard (Keystone) watches. But, I found the watch interesting, so here it is. Pocketwatchdatabase says its a Model 21, Series 12, 10s, 17 jewel watch made around 1922. Here are some of the auction pictures.

 

[Jerry Treiman]

What a wonderful package of watch, presentation box and numbered certificates/licenses! The engraving and etching on the dial and case are really nice. Keep an eye out for a reprint of their catalogs from the '20s that show the variety of dials and cases available. This is mine -

 

[Wynot]

What a wonderful package of watch, presentation box and numbered certificates/licenses! The engraving and etching on the dial and case are really nice. Keep an eye out for a reprint of their catalogs from the '20s that show the variety of dials and cases available. This is mine -
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Thank you! The dial on your watch is very attractive. Also, from your example, I can now see where those two little black blocks go! (Mine only has one and it's loose). Thanks. Do you know what the case is made of? It is non-magnetic but doesn't feel or look like bakelite to me.

 

[Wynot]

Thank you! The dial on your watch is very attractive. Also, from your example, I can now see where those two little black blocks go! (Mine only has one and it's loose). Thanks. Do you know what the case is made of? It is non-magnetic but doesn't feel or look like bakelite to me.

Correction: Presentation box, not case.

 

[Kent]

I don't know a whole lot about Howard watches and less about Howard (Keystone) watches.
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You may find the following Encyclopedia article E. Howard Watch Co. helpful.

 

[Jerry Treiman]

Do you know what the case is made of?

I'm pretty sure these are wood, but I don't know if it is a dark wood, like ebony, or if it just has a dark lacquer or paint finish.

 

[Wynot]

You may find the following Encyclopedia article E. Howard Watch Co. helpful.

Thank you!

 

[Wynot]

I'm pretty sure these are wood, but I don't know if it is a dark wood, like ebony, or if it just has a dark lacquer or paint finish.

Once you say that, it makes sense. Just looking at it, though, my first thought was it might be phenolic. The finish is just so smooth. Thanks!

 

[James Wrobel]

What a great piece. I love the dial and the case. To have the whole package with paperwork and all is amazing.
jjw

 

[Wynot]

What a great piece. I love the dial and the case. To have the whole package with paperwork and all is amazing.
jjw

Thank you!