Pocket Watch Database
Elgin Grade 506
Grade 506 is a 21j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 15 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 6 positions, isochronism and temperature. During the time the watch was manufactured, it would have qualified for railroad service and is considered to be railroad grade.
Grade 506 Movement Characteristics
- Size16s
- Jewels21j
- ConfigurationOpenface
- FinishNickel
- Model15
- SettingLever
- AdjustedYes
- Railroad GradeYes
Grade 506 Production Info
- Total Production4,600
- Number of Runs10
- Production Years1933-1934
- First Serial33,814,901
- Last Serial34,575,000
- Largest Run1,000
- Smallest Run100
- Most Common Run100