I'm a new guy looking for info on a watch my Grandfather gave me years ago. It says Warranted Permanently and Pyramid inside the case.
It runs well and keeps good time. I only carry it on special occasions as opposed to everyday like I used to 30 years ago...
I can only attach one picture so here is the face. How do I attach more than one picture or is one at a time the limit? I'd appreciate any information anyone can share.
The number inside is 19183203. I looked at the chart listed and the number is well above anything on there. Is 1918 the year it was made?

What you are showing, appears to be a 12sz gentlemen's type watch in a "gold filled" case. I am assuming that you got the name "Chesterfield" off the inside caseback. These were all 12sz case/dial combinations from South Bend that generally will only fit the South Bend line movements. Possibly the number you have is from the case itself. Watches are ID'd from the serial number that would be on the motor or movement.

They were nice carry watches and came in 15 to 21 Jeweled configurations.

The South Bend Watch Co. opened their doors in 1903 and the Great Depression shut them down in 1929.

On your reply, you could post the movement picture which would help in ID'ing further. This watch, being part of your heritage, will always outweigh any intrinsic values assessed.

regards,
bb

here ya go. I dont see any numbers on it

You got S/N in the gap between 4 Position and South Bend markings.
Very nice pocket watch.

There is a serial number ending in "9" on the bottom plate in the space between the top plate marked "Adjusted 4 Positions" and the lower plate marked "South Bend Watch Co. USA"

My B&W shot of your mvmt with the "little white arrow" will show where the serial number is located down a different level on the other plate.

Yours is the 19Jewel Grade 429. A good little watch.

regards,
bb

DuWayne, here is a photo of mine that will show you very clearly where the serial number is....look for #912066 at the red arrow.

Regards,

Jerry

here's a shot of the back.

For anyone who's missed it, Buster has a pretty little version with chain for sale in the classified section:

https://ihc185.infopop.cc/eve/f...6095371/m/2633943567

I have one that, though fairly worn, is a really fine time keeper too.

Regards! Mark

I have a question.
Above Buster said, "These were all 12sz case/dial combinations from South Bend that generally will only fit the South Bend line movements."

Since I dont know a lot about South Bend, but would like to have one eventualy, is this common with them? Do the movements need a non standard size case?

Thanks Lindell, I was thinking of buying a South Bend 12-size movement a few weeks back. Good thing I didnt.