Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 2

Grade 2 is a 13j or 15j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 3 movement features a gilt finish.

Grade 2 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels13j or 15j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishGilt
  • Model3
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 2 Production Info

  • Total Production48,000
  • Number of Runs47
  • Production Years1880-1896
  • First Serial626,001
  • Last Serial6,369,000
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

13 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape (Pairs)
15 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape, Pallet (Pairs)
13j in 1892 New England Jeweler Catalog
15j in c.1891 Eppenstein Catalog
13j in 1887 Charles Stark Catalog (3 Pairs)

Upgraded from 13 jewels to 15 jewels c.1890.