Elgin Grade 542

Grade 542 is a 17j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 10s, Model 5 movement features a flat finish.

Grade 542 Movement Characteristics

Size10s
Jewels17j
ConfigurationOpenface
FinishFlat
Model5
SettingPendant
Railroad GradeNo

Grade 542 Production Info

Total Production180,000
Number of Runs25
Production Years1941-1954
First SerialX954,001
Last SerialC75,000
Largest Run50,000
Smallest Run1,000
Most Common Run3,000