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Waltham Grade 610 Pocket Watch Identification & Technical Specs
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Serial Number & Production Dating Lookup

Enter the 5 to 8 digit serial number stamped directly on the movement plate (not the watch case):

Technical Specifications & Factory Archival Records

Grade / ReferenceGrade 610
Movement Size16s
Jewel Count7 Jewels
Railroad CertificationStandard Grade (Non-Railroad)
Vibrations Per Hour18,000 BPH (2.5 Hz)
Balance Lift Angle50°
Power Reserve37 hours
Escapement TypeDouble roller lever escapement
Balance Wheel ConstructionBimetallic compensation balance with gold screws
Hairspring SpecificationBreguet overcoil hairspring
Shock Protection SystemNone (Solid jewel settings)

Horological Architecture & Collector Notes

The American Grade 610 was engineered to meet rigorous American horological standards during the turn of the 20th century. Utilizing high-grade alloy components, a precision Double roller lever escapement, and 7 jewels with fine ruby endstones, this movement provided exceptional isochronism and positional stability.

Among vintage restorers and conversion specialists, this series is admired for its accessible gear train geometry and solid metallurgy, making surviving specimens excellent candidates for preservation and custom recasing.

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