Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 316 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 316

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 15493111
Grade: 316
Model: 4
Class: 105
Estimated Production Year: 1911
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 45 of 59
Grade/Model Total Production: 73,500
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Balance Type: Expansion
Balance Jewel Material: Ruby
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
U.S. Patents: 77078
Data Research: 1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 7240.316G45.18S3040.184M551.H4570.L2011.15J2090
Database Version: v52.221
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
220.06
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
85.46
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.145%
Registry Population: 13 (0.65%)

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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.


mascia 1 · December 7, 2021

Serial Number 15493393 was reported as accurate.

14cav65 14 · November 26, 2020

Serial Number 15493821 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.

Bretto 42 · September 14, 2020

Serial Number 15493828 was reported as accurate.

Bobhmcs 6 · May 30, 2020

Serial Number 15492396 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 22, 2020

Serial Number 15492266 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: My movment looks closer to serial number 15782256
uploaded by winterwolf.
Please keep up the good work.
Shane
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · November 20, 2018

Serial Number 15493111 was reported as accurate.

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · February 24, 2018

Serial Number 15493111 was reported as accurate.

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · February 20, 2018

Serial Number 15493111 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 5, 2017

Serial Number 15492397 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 8, 2017

Serial Number 15493827 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 29, 2016

Serial Number 15492907 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 20, 2014

Serial Number 15492927 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 23, 2014

Serial Number 15492424 was reported as accurate.

rnfwatch Supporter 124 · November 2, 2013

Serial Number 15492458 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 4, 2013

Serial Number 15492283 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 19, 2012

Serial Number 15493828 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 316 Pocket Watch