Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 487

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 33576944
Grade: 487
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1932
Run Quantity: 10,000
Grade/Model Run: 12 of 16
Grade/Model Total Production: 145,000
Size: 4/0s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: No
Railroad Grade: No
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 13886.487G12.S36.M36.H7172.P10866.17J2200
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
434.14
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
168.64
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.287%
Registry Population: 3 (0.03%)

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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.


Rcardkidz 3398 · October 30, 2021

Serial Number 33580249 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 19, 2021

Serial Number 33579299 was reported as accurate.

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · March 10, 2018

Serial Number 33574716 was reported as accurate.

Groovysalsa 109 · December 24, 2015

Serial Number 33576944 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 8, 2013

Serial Number 33578157 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 17J
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 15j to 17j