Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 106

Grade 106 is a 13j or 15j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 5 movement features a gilt finish and is adjusted.

Grade 106 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels13j or 15j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishGilt
  • Model5
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 106 Production Info

  • Total Production12,000
  • Number of Runs11
  • Production Years1888-1894
  • First Serial2,812,001
  • Last Serial5,388,000
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

13 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape (Pairs)
15 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape, Pallet (Pairs)
13j in 1892 New England Jeweler Catalog
"15 Jewels, (3 Pairs Settings)" in c.1891 Eppenstein Catalog [3 Pairs would be 11j, not 15j]