Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 20


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Grade 20 is a 15j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 2 movement features a gilt finish and is adjusted. During the time the watch was manufactured, it would have qualified for railroad service and is considered to be railroad grade.

Grade 20 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels15j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishGilt
  • Model2
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeYes

Grade 20 Production Info

  • Total Production9,000
  • Number of Runs6
  • Production Years1873-1875
  • First Serial155,101
  • Last Serial379,000
  • Largest Run4,900
  • Smallest Run100
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

Transitional Model: Keywind/Stemwind