Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 86 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 86

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 4907756
Grade: 86
Model: 2
Class: 22
Estimated Production Year: 1893
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 14 of 16
Grade/Model Total Production: 15,700
Grade/Model Unrealized Production: 300
Size: 16s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Pressed/Friction Settings
Movement Configuration: Interchangeable
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Bridge Type: 3-finger Straight
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: No
Railroad Grade: Yes
U.S. Patents: 185867, 77078, 10554
Data Research: 1896 Elgin Serial List
1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 1919.86G14.16S302.162M22.C90.L902.15J565
Database Version: v52.221
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
47.00
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
18.21
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.031%
Registry Population: 13 (1.30%)

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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.


MoatsJustin1 top-contributor 4691 · October 26, 2023

Serial Number 4907970 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 14, 2021

Serial Number 4907142 was reported as accurate.

fordcasa Top Contributor Supporter 434 · May 29, 2019

Serial Number 4907999 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 22, 2018

Serial Number 4907480 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 3, 2017

Serial Number 4907402 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 13, 2016

Serial Number 4907006 was reported as accurate.

bwalder 137 · February 19, 2016

Serial Number 4907141 was reported as accurate.

bwalder 137 · February 18, 2016

Serial Number 4907141 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 11, 2014

Serial Number 4907402 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 19, 2013

Serial Number 4907833 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · August 9, 2013

Serial Number 4907698 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 30, 2012

Serial Number 4907184 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 19, 2012

Serial Number 4907756 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · September 19, 2012

Serial Number 4907758 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · August 9, 2012

Serial Number 4907578 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Bridge plate
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Configuration changed from Unknown to Interchangeable
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge

Anonymous · July 27, 2012

Serial Number 4907309 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from 3/4 to Bridge
Elgin Grade 86 Pocket Watch