SIGNED E. HOWARD WATCH CO., BOSTON, U.S.A., THE EDWARD HOWARD WATCH, NO. 196, CIRCA 1912

The "Edward Howard" model first appeared in 1912, most likely in response to Waltham's "Premier Maximus" model. Less than 300 examples were produced in total.

For a discussion on the "Edward Howard" model see Eugene T. Fuller, "The Priceless Possessions of a Few", in the NAWCC Bulletin Supplement, no. 10, pp. 48-50.