Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 349

Grade 349 is a 21j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 7 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 5 positions, isochronism and temperature. This watch would have qualified for service on all railroads and was advertised for railroad service. Each movement was fitted at the factory with a double-sunk dial.

Grade 349 Movement Characteristics

  • Size18s
  • Jewels21j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model7
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeYes
  • Railroad Grade ClassClass A

Grade 349 Production Info

  • Total Production27,500
  • Number of Runs27
  • Production Years1904-1911
  • First Serial10,470,501
  • Last Serial15,228,000
  • Largest Run2,000
  • Smallest Run500
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

1907 A.C. Becken Catalog: "Adjusted to temperature, isochronism and positions."

Elgin Master Grade Records:
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Engrave "349" on Barrel Bridge
Black filled engraving
Gilded Engraving begins 12910001
21 jewels
Double Roller Escapement
* The first of these movements were made from grade #180 and #252
Swiss Main Springs Nov 1st 1906
Hard Enamel Dials GVD Phone 1/8 07
Commenced Using Olive C + F holes 12910001
Commenced using regulator Spring #14058001
* Extra thick top plates begin with #14058001
Order GEH 12/24/07 change Dial to DSA'
Min whe clamp commenced 14172801
"Adjusted 4 position" stamping begins regularly at 15227001
Order CHH 9/16/12 - Use Balance Meantime Nuts and Studs
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11416001- Run is designated at Grade 252 in the 1904 and 1915 Material Catalog Serial Lists. However, in the 1927 serial list, the company reclassified the run as Grade 349. #11416586: Verified as marked "Elgin Nat'l. Watch Co. - U.S.A. - 21 Jewels - Adjusted. - Safety Pinion" with parallel damaskeening pattern, distinctive from the Grade 252 and the Grade 349. #11416004: Verified with features consistent with the Grade 349 classification.

Associated Grades

348 180 252