Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 374 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 374

Father Time

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 14631152
Grade: 374
Variation: Father Time
Model: 15
Class: 98
Estimated Production Year: 1910
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 2 of 11
Grade/Model Total Production: 11,000
Size: 16s
Jewels: 21j
Jewel Material: Ruby & Sapphire
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Sunburst
Movement Signing Style: Old English
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Barrel: Safety
Train: Quick
Regulator: Traveling Nut (spring)
Hairspring: Breguet
Pallet Jewel Material: Sapphire
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Railroad Grade Classification: Class A
Wind Indicator: No
U.S. Patents: 77078, 596407, 596408
Movement Markings: Father Time
Elgin, Ill.
U.S.A.
21 Jewels
Safety Barrel
Adjusted
5 Positions
Data Research: 1909 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 6745.374G2.16S1524.1615M8.O2311.L1933.21J174
Database Version: v52.243
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
33.12
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
12.74
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.022%
Registry Population: 15 (1.50%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -0.49% Analyzing 75 Sales
Research Note: Some movements in run feature a gilt hairspring.

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Verification Reports for this Run

The following reports have been graciously submitted by dedicated members in reference to this production run. These reports are useful to verify data and track inaccuracies that require further research. Please note that reports may contain inaccurate information or assumptions that must be dilligently considered with other available sources.


Anonymous · June 24, 2022

Serial Number 14631909 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 7, 2019

Serial Number 14631850 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 26, 2019

Serial Number 14631456 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 20, 2018

Serial Number 14631006 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 7, 2018

Serial Number 14631006 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 5, 2018

Serial Number 14631006 was reported as accurate.

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · August 20, 2017

Serial Number 14631073 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 8, 2017

Serial Number 14631524 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 5, 2017

Serial Number 14631938 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 5, 2017

Serial Number 14631938 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 17, 2016

Serial Number 14631861 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 30, 2013

Serial Number 14631141 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 22, 2013

Serial Number 14631781 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding indicator

Anonymous · March 15, 2013

Serial Number 14631761 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 28, 2012

Serial Number 14631268 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 25, 2012

Serial Number 14631268 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding indicator
Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Unknown to Yes

Anonymous · July 24, 2012

Serial Number 14631268 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 374 Pocket Watch