Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 308


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Grade 308 is a 17j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 5 movement features a gilt finish and is adjustedtemperature.

Grade 308 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishGilt
  • Model5
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 308 Production Info

  • Total Production25,000
  • Number of Runs19
  • Production Years1904-1906
  • First Serial10,693,001
  • Last Serial12,038,000
  • Largest Run3,000
  • 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 308 was a slight modification on the existing Grade 250, 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

249 250 307