Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 144

Grade 144 is a 17j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 3 movement features a nickel finish and is adjustedtemperature.

Grade 144 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model3
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 144 Production Info

  • Total Production41,000
  • Number of Runs37
  • Production Years1896-1905
  • First Serial6,104,001
  • Last Serial11,880,000
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

15 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape, Pallet (Pairs) 17 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape, Pallet, Center (Pairs)
"Same as G.M. Wheeler" in 1898 S.F. Meyer Catalog (GMW: 17j, Adjusted, Pat. Reg. D.S. Dial)
17j in 1897 BH Catalog
17j in 1903 No. 76 Catalog

No Grade 144 examples have been observed with 15 jewels, including examples from the first run.