Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 287

Grade 287 is a 7j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 4 movement features a nickel finish.

Grade 287 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels7j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model4
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedNo
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 287 Production Info

  • Total Production110,000
  • Number of Runs74
  • Production Years1904-1911
  • First Serial10,656,001
  • Last Serial15,883,000
  • Largest Run4,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

Keystone Magazine, February 1905: Elgin announces the reduction and rebate for the following grades: 295, 296, 297, 286, 287, 288, 307, 308

Elgin Grade 287 a slight modification on the existing Grade 207, and the two movements are nearly identical. According to material catalogs, the only parts different between the grades is the balance (complete), click, and ratchet wheel. In the 1907 A.C. Becken catalog, the Grade 207 movement is illustrated while the Grades 287/288 are described.

Associated Grades

207 208 288