Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 478 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 478

B.W. Raymond

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 38778113
Grade: 478
Variation: B.W. Raymond
Model: 15
Estimated Production Year: 1940
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 70 of 91
Grade/Model Total Production: 185,400
Variant Est. Production: 2,000 (16S-M15-21J-ONL-A6PTI)
Size: 16s
Jewels: 21j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Signing Style: Mixed
Movement Inlay Color: Black
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Ball
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 6
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Wind Indicator: No
U.S. Patents: 77078, 596407, 596408
Movement Markings: B.W. Raymond
Elgin Natl Watch Co.
U.S.A.
21 Jewels
Adjusted 6 [or 5] Positions
Data Research: 1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 14816.478G70.16S3703.1615M322.O6803.L2458.21J450
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
555.10
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
215.65
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.366%
Registry Population: 22 (1.10%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 2.44% Analyzing 1,531 Sales
Research Note: Mixed Run: Marked "5" or "6" Positions. #38778003: Reported as Marked "Adjusted 5 Positions." #38778122: Marked "Adjusted 6 Positions"

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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.


cjbrem Supporter 499 · October 12, 2023

Serial Number 38777286 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 3, 2021

Serial Number 38777491 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 20, 2021

Serial Number 38777858 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 26, 2021

Serial Number 38778003 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This watch is marked "5 Positions"
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. This information has been noted in the research notes for this run.

bubba70 543 · July 4, 2019

Serial Number 38778400 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 22, 2018

Serial Number 38777772 was reported as accurate.

Walter 63 · July 12, 2018

Serial Number 38777155 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 23, 2018

Serial Number 38777247 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: My says,positions,5

tsapala 97 · February 8, 2017

Serial Number 38778153 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

daddo46 991 · March 27, 2016

Serial Number 38778422 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · March 17, 2016

Serial Number 38778422 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · September 28, 2015

Serial Number 38778710 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · November 15, 2014

Serial Number 38777724 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · October 6, 2013

Serial Number 38778460 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

LeroyC 392 · June 3, 2013

Serial Number 38777716 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: No wind indicator on this movement
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · April 17, 2013

Serial Number 38777796 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · September 11, 2012

Serial Number 38777217 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6

Anonymous · May 1, 2012

Serial Number 38778203 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted # Positions changed from 5 to 6
Elgin Grade 478 Pocket Watch