John Deere Franklin Mint Pocket Watch Model R Tractor LE, New

Sold out Franklin Mint collectible pocket watch honoring one of the great tractors of John Deere. The mighty Model R is captured in an intricately 3D raised image on the spring-action lid. Hand-painted in the world-famous green and yellow of John Deere, it is set within a circular frame that resembles a tractor tire. The watch face bears the John Deere logo, and etched inside the lid, the tractor's name and brief description. Accents of sterling silver are applied to the lid, frame, and stem. Three hand quartz Japanese movement., 2 inch diameter. Minted brass authenticity Franklin Mint Pocket Watches seal is set in the reverse of the watch. Comes with leather carrying pouch and chain. The John Deere Model R 1949 - 1954 the last of the lettered tractors, was the first diesel-powered tractor produced by John Deere, with a separate gasoline starter engine. This was a powerful tractor used for larger farms.