Private Label Trade Names on American Pocket Watches: “Burlington Watch Co.” Part 53: The Grade 106 Burlington Special
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In 1914, the Burlington Watch Company introduced a new 16-Size “Burlington Special,” designated as Grade 106 by the Illinois Watch factory.
During this period of growth, the Burlington Watch Company was selling thousands of watches each year – enough to commission an exclusive custom plate design at the Illinois Watch Company.
This new design, similar to the company’s 12-Size model, featured a false center bridge spanning the center wheel and a curved two-finger train bridge.
The Burlington Watch Company utilized this unique 16-Size model design for the remaining duration of their watch business.
