Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 590


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Grade 590 is a 21j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 15 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 5 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 590 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels21j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model15
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeYes

Grade 590 Production Info

  • Total Production8,000
  • Number of Runs3
  • Production Years1944-1946
  • First Serial42,988,001
  • Last Serial43,397,000
  • Largest Run4,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000