Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 196

Grade 196 is a 7j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 12s, Model 2 movement features a nickel finish. Elgin introduced this particular grade to the market September 1898.

Grade 196 Movement Characteristics

  • Size12s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model2
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 196 Production Info

  • Total Production10,000
  • Number of Runs7
  • IntroducedSeptember 1898
  • Production Years1899-1900
  • First Serial7,762,001
  • Last Serial8,279,000
  • Largest Run3,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000