Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 153

Grade 153 is a 17j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 6 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted.

Grade 153 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model6
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 153 Production Info

  • Total Production14,100
  • Number of Runs14
  • Production Years1896-1900
  • First Serial6,460,001
  • Last Serial8,491,100
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run100
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

Introduced November 1895 as part of the new product line, "Elgin's Latest New (1895) Model" (Keystone)

Elgin advertisement in the Keystone Magazine introducing the 1895 Models describes Grade 153 paired with a "Sunk Second Soft Enamel Dial" and "First Quality Spade Hands"

Associated Grades

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