Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 249

Grade 249 is a 17j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 4 movement features a gilt finish and is adjustedtemperature.

Grade 249 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishGilt
  • Model4
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 249 Production Info

  • Total Production31,000
  • Number of Runs22
  • Production Years1900-1904
  • First Serial8,682,001
  • Last Serial10,631,000
  • Largest Run5,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

Elgin Grade 307 was a slight modification on the existing Grade 249, and the two movements are nearly identical. According to material catalogs, the only parts different between the two grades are the balance (complete), balance cock screw, hairspring stud screw, and the click spring. In the 1907 A.C. Becken catalog, the Grade 249 movement is illustrated while the Grades 307/308 are described.

Associated Grades

250 307 308