EA 814A – Rex – 18-size – Model 13 – Serial Number REX13A – 7 Jewels - Factory Named Grade Century

Another specimen of the Rex private label, serial #1035015 can be seen on the Pocket Watch Database; but it’s manufacturer was misclassified by the owner as “Other”, which would be expected with a completely unmarked movement.

Rex is a private label in Seth Thomas 18-size open-face Model 12 and hunting Model 13. Rex was manufactured by Seth Thomas for Lapp & Flershem, a large wholesale jewelry house based in Chicago. Rex was significant for having no markings except for the serial number on the movement; and only “REX” on the dial. Information is listed below in the 1910 Price List and Advertisements can be viewed in the 1910 Lapp & Flershem “Busiest House in America” Catalogue.

Rex

EA 813C – Rex – 18-size – Model 12 – Serial Number 1028872 – 7 Jewels - Factory Named Grade Century

This movement is also a specimen in the Non-Number Century -Grade Movements research project exploring the presence of Factory Assigned Tracking Numbers (FAT#’s) stamped on the pillar plate, back of top plate, underside of the balance bridge, and on the winding bridge of these movements.