Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 178


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Grade 178 is a 7j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 4 movement features a nickel finish.

Grade 178 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model4
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 178 Production Info

  • Total Production132,000
  • Number of Runs35
  • Production Years1898-1900
  • First Serial7,085,001
  • Last Serial8,786,000
  • Largest Run14,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run2,000

Research Notes

The Elgin Grade 177, 178, and 179 were designated for low-quality private label movements generally sold by retailers without using the Elgin name. In material catalogs, no class or finish designation is provided for these grades. As a result, it is no surprise that both nickel and gilt variations have been recorded.

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