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From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 156 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 156 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 156

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 6463282
Grade: 156
Model: 6
Class: 36
Estimated Production Year: 1896
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 1 of 4
Grade/Model Total Production: 3,200
Grade/Model Unrealized Production: 800
Size: 16s
Jewels: 21j
Jewel Material: Ruby & Sapphire
Jewel Setting: Raised Gold Settings (Pressed)
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: Bridge Plate
Bridge Type: 3-finger Straight
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Train Material: Gold
Center Wheel Material: Gold
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Escapement Type: Straight-line
Pallet Jewel Material: Ruby
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Adjusted to Isochronism: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Railroad Grade Classification: Class F
U.S. Patents: 596407, 77078, 585025
Data Research: 1896 Elgin Serial List
1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 2538.156G1.16S434.166M6.H1930.P829.21J11
Database Version: v52.219
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
9.58
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
3.66
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.006%
Registry Population: 19 (1.90%)

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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.


ewened 16 · October 15, 2022

Serial Number 6463180 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

23Greenwich Supporter 186 · June 5, 2022

Serial Number 6463095 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

rmwatchandclock Supporter 365 · March 13, 2022

Serial Number 6463976 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

frankrus Supporter 34 · April 27, 2021

Serial Number 6463617 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · August 29, 2020

Serial Number 6463127 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

pmtime Supporter 400 · May 28, 2020

Serial Number 6463734 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · March 22, 2020

Serial Number 6463778 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · November 28, 2019

Serial Number 6463597 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Fayjewlers 7 · August 4, 2018

Serial Number 6463397 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · March 26, 2018

Serial Number 6463169 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Double Roller changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · October 1, 2016

Serial Number 6463169 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 19, 2016

Serial Number 6463512 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 26, 2016

Serial Number 6463716 was reported as accurate.

cokecola 2 · August 26, 2016

Serial Number 6463782 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 30, 2015

Serial Number 6463562 was reported as accurate.

fordcasa Top Contributor Supporter 434 · November 4, 2014

Serial Number 6463253 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 16, 2014

Serial Number 6463414 was reported as accurate.

TimeAntiquarian Founder Research Expert Historian Top Contributor Supporter 171 · April 1, 2014

Serial Number 6463069 was reported as accurate.

jerrydk7 227 · January 22, 2014

Serial Number 6463282 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 12, 2013

Serial Number 6463864 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 22, 2013

Serial Number 6463890 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 9, 2013

Serial Number 6463273 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 19, 2012

Serial Number 6463689 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 23, 2012

Serial Number 6463786 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 22, 2012

Serial Number 6463208 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 8, 2012

Serial Number 6463765 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 156 Pocket Watch
Elgin Grade 156 Pocket Watch