Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 476

Grade 476 is a 17j Hunting watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 12s, Model 2 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 3 positions, isochronism and temperature.

Grade 476 Movement Characteristics

  • Size12s
  • Jewels17j
  • ConfigurationHunting
  • FinishNickel
  • Model2
  • SettingPendant
  • AdjustedYes

Grade 476 Production Info

  • Total Production400
  • Number of Runs1
  • Production Years1923-1923
  • First Serial25,398,001
  • Last Serial25,398,400
  • Largest Run400
  • Smallest Run400
  • Most Common Run400

Research Notes

The grade 476 was produced in a single run of 400 movements. Two surviving examples recorded from this run confirm the movement is a 12-Size Model 2 (Hunting Configuration) fitted with dials that allow the watch to be adapted to open-face. #25398083 has been verified as fitted in an open-face case with a dial that does not feature a seconds bit. #25398011 has been verified as fitted in an open-face case adapted with a dial featuring the seconds bit at the 3:00 position. Both movements are marked "Elgin Nat'l Watch Co. - U.S.A. - 17 Jewels - Adjusted - 3 Positions."