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From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 474 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 474

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Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 25328190
Grade: 474
Model: 6
Estimated Production Year: 1923
Run Quantity: 300
Grade/Model Run: 1 of 1
Grade/Model Total Production: 300
Size: 16s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
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: 12152.474G1.16S3098.166M1188.H6617.P9231.17J1866
Database Version: v52.289
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: #25328190: Dial Marked "Elgin" and "Made in U.S.A." - consistent with Elgin watches made for the export market during this era.

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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.


Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · May 27, 2021

Serial Number 25328190 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 24, 2015

Serial Number 25328130 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 25, 2015

Serial Number 25328300 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 16, 2013

Serial Number 25328220 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 17 jewels, adjusted 3 positions, 3/4 plate hunter,
possibly model 6
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 17j
Movement Configuration changed from Unknown to Hunting
Movement Finish changed from Unknown to Nickel
Adjusted changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Unknown to 3/4

Anonymous · April 19, 2012

Serial Number 25328167 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: HI- Great site - This one's serial no is engraved:
'Adjusted 3 times', and has 17 jewels.

thanks!
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 17j
Movement Configuration changed from Unknown to Hunting
Movement Finish changed from Unknown to Nickel
Adjusted changed from No to Yes
Plate changed from Unknown to 3/4
Elgin Grade 474 Pocket Watch