Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 159

Grade 159 is a 17j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 7 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted.

Grade 159 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model7
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 159 Production Info

  • Total Production9,100
  • Number of Runs8
  • Production Years1896-1900
  • First Serial6,466,001
  • Last Serial8,494,100
  • 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)

?: SS Soft Enamel Dial
1897 BH: SS Glass Enamel Dial

Elgin advertisement in the Keystone Magazine introducing the 1895 Models describes Grade 159 paired with a "Sunk Second Soft Enamel Dial" and "First Quality Spade Hands"

Associated Grades

153