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: 15807086
Grade: 374
Variation: Father Time
Model: 15
Class: 98
Estimated Production Year: 1911
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 7 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 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
Data Research: 1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 7443.374G7.16S1743.1615M34.O2677.L2047.21J194
Database Version: v52.289
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: 20 (2.00%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 2.12% Analyzing 75 Sales

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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.


DocRogan43 Supporter 86 · November 18, 2023

Serial Number 15807352 was reported as accurate.

Mbells Supporter 4 · December 10, 2022

Serial Number 15807086 was reported as accurate.

Mike07421 Supporter 1 · December 5, 2022

Serial Number 15807086 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 3, 2022

Serial Number 15807093 was reported as accurate.

MoatsJustin1 top-contributor 4718 · October 27, 2021

Serial Number 15807346 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 28, 2021

Serial Number 15807198 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 24, 2021

Serial Number 15807903 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 28, 2020

Serial Number 15807396 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 6, 2020

Serial Number 15807255 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 11, 2018

Serial Number 15807618 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 15, 2018

Serial Number 15807606 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 20, 2018

Serial Number 15807674 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 26, 2017

Serial Number 15807239 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 27, 2017

Serial Number 15807606 was reported as accurate.

dfchong 837 · December 18, 2016

Serial Number 15807198 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 22, 2015

Serial Number 15807348 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: no winding indicator, otherwise correct

Anonymous · January 23, 2015

Serial Number 15807041 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 6, 2014

Serial Number 15807579 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 18, 2014

Serial Number 15807805 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 3, 2013

Serial Number 15807335 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 3, 2013

Serial Number 15807335 was reported as accurate.

LeroyC 392 · November 22, 2013

Serial Number 15807335 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No winding indicator on this SN

Anonymous · February 7, 2013

Serial Number 15807314 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 24, 2012

Serial Number 15807788 was reported as inaccurate.

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

Anonymous · June 28, 2012

Serial Number 15807464 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 374 Pocket Watch