I have a diverse collection but no Ball or Howards and probably need to get at least one example of each although the Ball Illinois, Elgins, and Hampdens tend to make the digits crank up in the price so I will probably end up with a Ball Waltham. On the E Howard topic there isn't a lot of info out there and I had been looking in the 19-23j configurations and wondered if one series of Howards is preferred over the other. If anyone is a E Howard collector your comments are appreciated.

If you are going for the 16 Size Claude you might have to get two of the Keystone-Howard's. The 16 Sizes were made in 3/4 Plate as well as the Bridge Model types.

Claude - The Keystone Howards are finely engineered, and any selection would be a welcomed addition to a diverse collection. The variety of variants also provides substantial depth for an ambitious collector.

The 23-Jewel Series 0 with jeweled banking pins would be my top recommendation. The jeweled banking pins were utilized to maintain the jewel count once the company retired the jeweled safety barrel.

I picked up a 21j series 10 in a Crescent swing out case with engine turned engraving on the back. Once it arrives and I clean the case I will take some photos, I finally broke down and bought a light box kit with LED lights to take better photos of my watches. I will look at the 17 and 19j to pick up next along with looking at the older 3/4 plate models.

The 21j series 10 arrived today, nice clean movement, case not perfect but in good condition not major brass showing, just the small spot typically seen on the pendant on some high points. Will need a staff but no corrosion, screwdriver slips or such. The Montgomery dial is chip free but has a few hairlines that hopefully will soak out or at least improve. Should clean up nicely need to see if my any free photo sites still exist so I can upload photos.