Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 475 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 475

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 24771044
Grade: 475
Model: 7
Estimated Production Year: 1922
Run Quantity: 300
Grade/Model Run: 1 of 1
Grade/Model Total Production: 300
Size: 16s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Stripe
Movement Signing Style: Serif Caps
Movement Inlay Color: Gilt
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 3
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: No
U.S. Patents: 77078, 596407, 585025
Movement Markings: Elgin Nat'l Watch Co.
U.S.A.
17 Jewels
Adjusted 3 Positions
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 11970.475G1.16S3054.167M1142.O5283.P9056.17J1828
Database Version: v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.90
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.29
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.001%
Registry Population: 2 (0.67%)
Research Note: #24771081: Verified as Marked "3 Positions" [NAWCC]. #24771044: Verified as Marked "3 Positions" [eBay #293195121241]

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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 · August 22, 2019

Serial Number 24771044 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: I am informed that the watch movement no 24771044
is a raymond wheeler, is the sellar correct
regards Brett
Curator Response: Images from the auction listing indicate the movement is marked "Elgin Nat'l Watch Co." Therefore, this would not be considered a Raymond or Wheeler. [eBay #293195121241]

Anonymous · January 18, 2013

Serial Number 24771081 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: It has 17 jewels (marked) and is adjusted to 3
positions (marked). It has a striped dmk effect,
patent regulator and double sunk dial. It is
pendant set so that is correct.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 17j
Movement Configuration changed from Unknown to Openface
Movement Finish changed from Unknown to Nickel
Adjusted changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Unknown to 3/4
Elgin Grade 475 Pocket Watch