Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 197


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Grade 197 is a 7j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 12s, Model 3 movement features a nickel finish. Elgin introduced this particular grade to the market September 1898.

Grade 197 Movement Characteristics

  • Size12s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model3
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 197 Production Info

  • Total Production17,000
  • Number of Runs7
  • IntroducedSeptember 1898
  • Production Years1899-1900
  • First Serial7,764,001
  • Last Serial8,195,000
  • Largest Run5,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000