![]() This information was first compiled and published in "History of the American Watch Case" by Warren H. We do not suggest that this list is 100% complete or accurate in fact, we can almost guarantee that it is not, but it presents a fascinating picture of the case-making industry during this important period in the American watch industry. Dates are approximate as company records are inconsistent in many cases. Dates may overlap when tracing the "family tree" of a particular company. A few of these companies survived well into the 20th century and underwent multiple name changes and reorganizations. These companies were known to have operated and produced watch cases in the United States in the 1800s and 1900s. The list of companies that manufactured watches in the United States in the 1800s is far longer than most people realize. ![]() Many of the engravers had been trained in Europe, so it is not uncommon to see pastoral scenes of Swiss chalets on American cases, as above. Waltham "Roy" case in 14K gold: beautiful example of finely-crafted American pocket watch case.
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