Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 540 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 540

B.W. Raymond

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 39948181
Grade: 540
Variation: B.W. Raymond
Model: 15
Estimated Production Year: 1941
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 8 of 9
Grade/Model Total Production: 10,000
Size: 16s
Jewels: 23j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Jeweled Motor
Train: Quick
Regulator: Ball
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
U.S. Patents: 77078, 596407, 596408
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 14908.540G8.16S3755.1615M337.O6844.L2473.23J70
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
29.94
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
11.58
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.020%
Registry Population: 19 (1.90%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 2.72% Analyzing 135 Sales

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Verification Reports for this Run

The following reports have been graciously submitted by dedicated members in reference to this production run. These reports are useful to verify data and track inaccuracies that require further research. Please note that reports may contain inaccurate information or assumptions that must be dilligently considered with other available sources.


Anonymous · August 28, 2020

Serial Number 39948142 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 13, 2020

Serial Number 39948902 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 5, 2020

Serial Number 39948075 was reported as accurate.

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · January 26, 2017

Serial Number 39948355 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 23, 2016

Serial Number 39948989 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 1, 2016

Serial Number 39948470 was reported as accurate.

shadowmaker 11 · April 25, 2014

Serial Number 39948210 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 9, 2013

Serial Number 39948644 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 12, 2013

Serial Number 39948890 was reported as accurate.

LeroyC 392 · October 10, 2013

Serial Number 39948890 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Marked B.W. Raymond, newer regulator than that
shown in example image

Anonymous · September 22, 2013

Serial Number 39948210 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 19, 2013

Serial Number 39948987 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Newer regulator than that shown in example, also B
W Raymond on movement

jdonmc1948 1 · June 26, 2013

Serial Number 39948461 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 26, 2013

Serial Number 39948461 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 17, 2013

Serial Number 39948565 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 23, 2012

Serial Number 39948491 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Marked B.W. Raymond, newer regulator than that
shown in example image
Changes since this report was submitted:
Railroad Grade changed from Unknown to Yes

Anonymous · May 9, 2012

Serial Number 39948034 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 540 Pocket Watch