Pocket Watch Database
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Access Date: April 26, 2024
From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin National Watch Co.
Grade: 494
B.W.Raymond, Some Marked "B.U. Aero U.S. Navy"
| Manufacturer: | Elgin |  |
| Manufacturer Location: | Elgin, Illinois | |
| Movement Serial Number: | 34900001 | |
| Grade: | 494 | |
| Variation: | B.W. Raymond | |
| Model: | 15 | |
| Estimated Production Year: | 1934 | |
| Run Quantity: | 1,000 | |
| Grade/Model Run: | 4 of 5 | |
| Grade/Model Total Production: | 5,000 | |
| Size: | 16s | |
| Jewels: | 23j | |
| Movement Configuration: | Openface | |
| Movement Finish: | Nickel | |
| Movement Signing Style: | Mixed | |
| Movement Inlay Color: | Black | |
| Movement Setting: | Lever | |
| Plate: | 3/4 Plate | |
| Barrel: | Jeweled Motor | |
| Train: | Quick | |
| Regulator: | Ball | |
| Adjusted: | Yes | |
| Adjusted to Position: | Yes | |
| Adjusted # of Positions: | 6 | |
| Adjusted to Temperature: | Yes | |
| Adjusted to Isochronism: | Yes | |
| Railroad Grade: | Yes | |
| Wind Indicator Available: | Yes | |
| Wind Indicator Present: | Yes | |
| U.S. Patents: | 77078, 596407, 596408 | |
| Movement Markings: | B.W. Raymond Elgin Nat'l Watch Co. U.S.A. 23 Jewels Motor Barrel Adjusted 6 Positions Temperature |
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| Data Research: |
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List |
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| Case: | Various | |
| Run ID: | 14158.494G4.16S3610.1615M313.O6617.L2435.23J61 | |
| Database Version: | v52.245 | |
| Advanced Metrics | ||
| PWDB Absolute Rarity Index: Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration | 15.05 | |
| PWDB Relative Rarity Index: Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration | 5.76 | |
| Share of Production: Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration | 0.010% | |
| Registry Population: | 25 (2.50%) | |
| $ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): | -11.11% Analyzing 80 Sales | |
Production Metrics Tree: Grade 494
Target Profile: 16S-M15-23J-ONL-A6PTI-B.W. RAYMOND
| Elgin Grade 494 (All Variations): 5,000 ETP |
| 16S: 5,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 494 |
| 16S-M15: 5,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 494, Model 15 |
| 16S-M15-23J: 5,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 494, Model 15, 23 Jewels |
| 16S-M15-23J-ONL: 5,000 100.00% 16s, Grade 494, Model 15, 23 Jewels, Openface/Lever/Nickel |
| 16S-M15-23J-ONL-A6PTI: 5,000 100.00% |
| 16S-M15-23J-ONL-A6PTI-B.W. RAYMOND: 5,000 100.00% |
Population Registry for This Run
| Image | Serial Number | Run Position | Primary Identification Method | Discovery Date | |
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There are 25 watches in the population registry for this run with 1 image.
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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 · October 18, 2023
Serial Number 34900495 was reported as inaccurate.
number, are pendant set
Anonymous · February 19, 2021
Serial Number 34900024 was reported as accurate.
bashort1 12 · February 19, 2020
Serial Number 34900810 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · December 26, 2019
Serial Number 34900055 was reported as accurate.
KronicPain 1 · August 30, 2019
Serial Number 34900421 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · August 30, 2019
Serial Number 34900421 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · August 5, 2019
Serial Number 34900708 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · December 18, 2018
Serial Number 34900285 was reported as accurate.
TimeAntiquarian Founder Research Expert Historian Top Contributor Supporter 171 · May 4, 2018
Serial Number 34900838 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · November 3, 2017
Serial Number 34900753 was reported as accurate.
TimeAntiquarian Founder Research Expert Historian Top Contributor Supporter 171 · June 2, 2016
Serial Number 34900532 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · January 21, 2016
Serial Number 34900921 was reported as accurate.
JimBo31 Supporter 24 · December 12, 2015
Serial Number 34900753 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · February 12, 2014
Serial Number 34900568 was reported as accurate.
LeroyC 392 · September 9, 2013
Serial Number 34900769 was reported as inaccurate.
Bluejay 179 · September 8, 2013
Serial Number 34900769 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · November 24, 2012
Serial Number 34900391 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · August 12, 2012
Serial Number 34900391 was reported as accurate.
Anonymous · May 23, 2012
Serial Number 34900681 was reported as accurate.
