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: 6336006
Grade: 86
Model: 2
Class: 22
Estimated Production Year: 1896
Run Quantity: 700
Grade/Model Run: 16 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: 2488.86G16.16S417.162M24.C94.L1108.15J744
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: 10 (1.43%)
Research Note: Elgin factory serial lists designate the last run of Grade 86 movements: [6,336,001-6,337,000]. However, all known examples are found between 6,336,001-6,336,700 indicating an actual production for the last run of less than 700 instead of 1,000.

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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.


Anonymous · March 11, 2024

Serial Number 6336686 was reported as accurate.

Gimparoo Supporter 703 · August 4, 2015

Serial Number 6336006 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 20, 2015

Serial Number 6336055 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 18, 2015

Serial Number 6336630 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 23, 2014

Serial Number 6336661 was reported as accurate.

LeroyC 392 · March 29, 2014

Serial Number 6336661 was reported as inaccurate.

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

Anonymous · December 25, 2013

Serial Number 6336654 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · December 1, 2013

Serial Number 6336654 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · December 1, 2013

Serial Number 6336654 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · November 30, 2013

Serial Number 6336694 was reported as accurate.

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

LeroyC 392 · November 27, 2013

Serial Number 6336654 was reported as inaccurate.

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

Anonymous · May 7, 2013

Serial Number 6336597 was reported as inaccurate.

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

Anonymous · April 5, 2013

Serial Number 6336287 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · April 3, 2013

Serial Number 6336269 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · January 31, 2013

Serial Number 6336400 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · December 17, 2012

Serial Number 6336615 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · December 17, 2012

Serial Number 6336615 was reported as accurate.

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

Anonymous · September 17, 2012

Serial Number 6336090 was reported as accurate.

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