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From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 27 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 27 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 27

B.W. Raymond

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 5415205
Grade: 27
Variation: B.W. Raymond
Model: 2
Class: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1894
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 28 of 42
Grade/Model Total Production: 45,000
Variant Est. Production: 33,000 (18S-M2-15J)
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Signing Style: Formal Script
Movement Inlay Color: Black
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Escapement Type: Straight-line
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Railroad Grade Classification: Class C
U.S. Patents: 596407, 77078
Movement Markings: B.W. Raymond
Elgin, Ill.
Adjusted
Safety Pinion
Data Research: 1896 Elgin Serial List
1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 2139.27G28.18S1239.182M148.H1654.L983.15J628
Database Version: v52.235
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
135.48
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
52.30
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.089%
Registry Population: 23 (1.15%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 5.38% Analyzing 197 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.


PHIL1199 Supporter 958 · October 20, 2023

Serial Number 5415609 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: MOVEMENT FINISH IS GILT ON THIS ONE!
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

cmdraven 3990 · November 29, 2021

Serial Number 5415243 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 5, 2020

Serial Number 5415280 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 26, 2020

Serial Number 5414395 was reported as accurate.

kansasbeals 20 · September 29, 2019

Serial Number 5415205 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 4, 2016

Serial Number 5414264 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Railroad grade must be open face and not hunting
style
Curator Response: Actaully, during the era of production (c. 1894), hunting configurations were accepted on a variety of railroads. The openface standard was not established until later.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 17j to 15j

Anonymous · August 5, 2015

Serial Number 5414203 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · October 15, 2014

Serial Number 5414227 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · October 6, 2014

Serial Number 5414227 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · July 24, 2014

Serial Number 5414227 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This has 17 jewels. The center wheel is jeweled at
both ends

Anonymous · July 24, 2014

Serial Number 5414227 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 27, 2014

Serial Number 5414227 was reported as accurate.

RondoTom 64 · January 26, 2014

Serial Number 5414745 was reported as accurate.

rnfwatch Supporter 124 · November 2, 2013

Serial Number 5415506 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 14, 2013

Serial Number 5415401 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 27 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 27 Pocket Watch