Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 398


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Grade 398 is a 17j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 7 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted.

Grade 398 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model7
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeNo

Grade 398 Production Info

  • Total Production1,000
  • Number of Runs1
  • Production Years1912-1912
  • First Serial16,379,001
  • Last Serial16,380,000
  • Largest Run1,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000

Research Notes

Observations suggest the Grade 398 was produced for the export market. #16379011 has been observed as marked "Elgin Nat'l Watch Co. - U.S.A. - 17 Jewels - Adjusted" and fitted with a double-sunk Roman numeral dial, matching the European trend at the time.