An Illinois Bunn Special 161 type IIE

Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a Bunn Special "161" type IIE, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, rayed damascene nickel plate movement, with lever escapement, monometallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train and whiplash micrometric regulator in a white gold filled, screw back and bezel, Bunn Special model 181 open face case, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial marked "Illinois Bunn Special 21 Jewel 60 Hour", blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #5441939
Condition Report: CASE: Back with shallow dent and waves; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bow with minor wear and brassing; Acrylic crystal; Crown worn. DIAL: Faint hairline, 11:30; Small edge chip, 8:30. HANDS: Pitting and oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few very fine scratches on plate; Balance cock with small gouge, fine scratches and pin pricks; Winding wheels with very fine scratches; Barrel arbor bushing with short, deep scratch. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service, circa 1930