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The Haberdash Mens Merchantile: a Darn Cool Store in Downtown Jacksonville Illinois

On By Sangamon DockIn Sangamon Illinois, Sangamon Watch Ambassador Program

Finally there is a great merchantile store in Central Illinois for men in style! The Haberdash Mens Merchantile at 70 East Central Park Plaza in historic downtown Jacksonville Illinois. This is a very fresh shop where you will find high quality clothing, personal care products, accessories and goods tailored to stylish men, the shop offers many unique items I found and purchased!

Mr. Tim Flinn is the owner of this beautiful store. Come and support local shop in Jacksonville. It is located only 30 minutes away from Springfield, accessible on I-72. Store phone: (217) 899-0656 for business hours update.

Sangamon watches are now available at The Haberdash Mens Merchantile.

Sangamon Watches Showroom Grand Opening is set this Friday Oct 15, 2021

On By Sangamon DockIn Sangamon Illinois, Sangamon Watch Ambassador Program

Sangamon Watch Company will be opening its bricks and mortar showroom for the first time on October 15, 2021. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion and to experience the standout qualities of the Sangamon watches firsthand. The event will start at 10 am (Oct 15) at 206 South 6th Street in downtown Springfield Illinois.

The grand opening includes special discount offers on all watch collections and there will be $1000 Christmas shopping gift cards giveaway.

“In the past two years, we have been marketing our products online, we are now ready to open a local showroom,” said Tyler McKay, CEO. “We are very excited to be in downtown Springfield.”

“In addition to Sangamon watch collections and accessories, we will also promote and showcase some unique products made by local entrepreneurs,” said Brian Su, Co-founder. “Please come to join us this Friday”.

About Sangamon Watch Company

Sangamon Watches was started in America’s heartland by two international business travelers who wanted to combine their passions of history and high-quality watches. Using their business expertise, The team designed stunning wristwatches for men and women around meaningful American stories. Every Sangamon watch is hand assembled in limited quantities and based on a special inspirational story.

International Route 66 Mother Road Festival Returns Back to Springfield Illinois in 2021

On By Sangamon DockIn Sangamon Illinois, Sangamon Watch Ambassador Program

 A popular Route 66 event for classic car lovers is returning once again to Springfield Illinois after the cancellation in 2020 due to the pandemic. The International Route 66 Mother Road Festival was a great success in Downtown Springfield Sept. 24-26.  The three day festival was packed with hundreds of amazing cars, people from all over the country, certainly yummy food and live music!

We want to thank the event promoter Greg Cooper and his team for their great work. Sangamon Watch Company is one of the event sponsor and business participant. We look forward to the 21st annual festival next year.

Sangamon Watches is Opening Downtown Showroom to Welcome Tourists in Mid-October 2021

On By Sangamon DockIn Microbrand Watches, Sangamon Illinois, Sangamon Watch Ambassador Program

Sangamon Watch Company is planning to open a downtown showroom at 206 South 6th Street in Springfield Illinois this mid-October. The showroom is located right across from Lincoln Herndon Law Office (Springfield Visitors Center). and Old State Capitol. The showroom will also be providing local tour information to international tourists and Route 66 travelers. Please stay tuned for the opening date!

Unboxing Lincoln’s River Watch by The Watch Corner

On By Sangamon DockIn Microbrand Watches, Sangamon Illinois, Sangamon Watch Ambassador Program

This is another unboxing program by The Watch Corner! This time is for our Lincoln’s River Collection, make sure you watch and subscribe the channel! Thanks again to the Watch Corner.

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Case Size: 42mm 
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel 
Case Thickness: 12mm
Dial Color: Black 
Glass: Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Coating 
Band: Black Genuine Leather 
Band Width: 22mm
Movement: Japanese Seiko NH35A (Automatic)
Crown: Push/Pull
Vibrations per Hour: 21,600 bph
Jewels: 24
Power Reserve: 41 Hours
Water Resistance: 5 ATM
Case Lug-to-Lug: 49.0 mm
Case Back: Lincoln’s River Laser Engraved Picture
Watch Box: Cherry Wood with High Gloss Piano Finish Abraham Lincoln is widely recognized by historians as America’s most iconic President; yet he started his journey as a common Midwestern pioneer facing challenges at nearly every turn. The engraved back side of this watch depicts a thrilling moment in 1831 when young Lincoln navigated down the Sangamon River eventually getting his boat stuck on a mill dam. Lincoln showed his ingenuity and leadership skills to to help maneuver away from the dam, impressing many of the locals who had gathered around to watch. Every Sangamon timepiece comes with a historic story card to further connect with the inspirational story depicted by the watch.


Lincoln’s River Collection is part of the New Beginnings Series. The New Beginnings Series represents the launch of new endeavors that alters our path down life’s journeys. New Beginnings generates excitement in our spirits and propels us to be our best self.

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Sangamon Ladies Watch Review by The Watch Corner

On By Sangamon DockIn Microbrand Watches, Sangamon Illinois

We want to thank The Watch Corner for reviewing Clara Barton Collection watch! Don’t forget to watch and subscribe the wonderful channel on YouTube.


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Case Size: 36mm 
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel 
Case Thickness: 7.5mm
Dial Color: White with Light Blue Mother of Pearl Dial 
Glass: Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Coating 
Band: Mesh Stainless Steel. 
Band Width: 14mm
Movement: Citizen 2035 Japanese Quartz
Crown: Push/Pull
Water Resistance: 3 ATM
Case Lug-to-Lug: 41.0 mm
Case Back: Engraved Collage of Words describing Ms. Barton
Hour Markers: Applied Crystal
Second Hand: Distinctive Red-Colored Tip
Packaging: Premium Robin Egg Blue Cardboard Box with Story Card
2 Metal Cards Included: Sangamon Dock Membership & 1-Year Int’l Warranty

Clara Harlowe Barton Collection is a tribute to one of America’s greatest humanitarians through Barton’s devotion of helping others from being a nurse in the Civil War to the creation of the American Red Cross. The engraved backside of the watch showcases an impactful collage of words to describe Barton such as Brave, Courageous and Hero. This is a limited edition model of only 400 watches.

The Clara Harlowe Barton Collection is part of the Spirit Series, which represents an awakening of your soul. The Spirit Series creates an intense feeling of pride and is an icon for Americana.

Looking for a perfect gift for your loved ones? Please log on http://www.SangamonWatches.com and check out Sangamon watch collections.

Sangamon Watches is to Launch Brick and Mortar Showroom in Downtown Springfield Illinois

On By Sangamon DockIn Microbrand Watches, Sangamon Illinois, Uncategorized

Sangamon Watch Company is going to launch its first brick and mortar showroom and retail service in downtown Springfield Illinois. The showroom will be located at 206 South 6th Street in downtown Springfield Illinois, right across from Lincoln Law Office (Springfield Visitors Center) and Old State Capitol, two blocks south of Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library. The showroom will offer products on-site and interact with customers face-to-face.

The new showroom is scheduled to open on October 15, 2021 and it will also serve as an information center for international tourists and Route 66 travelers.