Pocket Watch Database
Elgin Grade 89
Grade 89 is a 14j watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 4 movement features a gilt finish.
Grade 89 Movement Characteristics
- Size16s
- Jewels14j
- Configuration
- FinishGilt
- Model4
- SettingLever
- AdjustedNo
- Railroad GradeNo
Grade 89 Production Info
- Total Production1,000
- Number of Runs1
- Production Years1882-1882
- First Serial940,001
- Last Serial941,000
- Largest Run1,000
- Smallest Run1,000
- Most Common Run1,000
Research Notes
Early Elgin grade lists designate Grade 89 as featuring 13 jewels. This count does not include the jeweling provisioned for the sweep-second mechanism. Elgin part catalogs published later indicate a total of 14 jewels.
The 1885 Otto Young catalog indicates the "No. 89" was discontinued. As a result, these movements were being sold at a reduced price of $24.00.