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From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 315

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 28775343
Grade: 315
Model: 3
Class: 114
Estimated Production Year: 1926
Run Quantity: 8,000
Grade/Model Run: 249 of 329
Grade/Model Total Production: 1,033,900
Size: 12s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Double Roller: Yes
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: 596407, 77078, 585025
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 13013.315G249.12S2196.123M1106.O5997.P10046.15J3677
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
3,095.60
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
1,202.85
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
2.044%
Registry Population: 28 (0.35%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -1.45% Analyzing 3,223 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.


mjdmack 1 · December 21, 2021

Serial Number 28778076 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 20, 2020

Serial Number 28775063 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 16, 2020

Serial Number 28780642 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 22, 2019

Serial Number 28779257 was reported as accurate.

rjcullis 114 · September 5, 2019

Serial Number 28773499 was reported as accurate.

cmdraven 3970 · September 4, 2019

Serial Number 28773499 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 22, 2019

Serial Number 28774031 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 31, 2019

Serial Number 28777820 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 5, 2017

Serial Number 28778914 was reported as accurate.

pete66 3 · March 28, 2017

Serial Number 28776927 was reported as accurate.

Ricknsocali 12 · May 27, 2016

Serial Number 28775343 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 9, 2016

Serial Number 28774287 was reported as accurate.

Ricknsocali 12 · May 1, 2016

Serial Number 28775343 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 14, 2015

Serial Number 28774229 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 24, 2014

Serial Number 28774229 was reported as accurate.

von1943 Supporter 371 · September 10, 2014

Serial Number 28778992 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · July 3, 2014

Serial Number 28777908 was reported as accurate.

esoxhunter Top Contributor Supporter 127 · April 20, 2014

Serial Number 28777181 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 3, 2014

Serial Number 28777765 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 4, 2014

Serial Number 28775726 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 21j, Montgomery dial, adjusted 5 positions

Anonymous · March 26, 2013

Serial Number 28780288 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 22, 2012

Serial Number 28773607 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 315 Pocket Watch