Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 174 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 174

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 6902061
Grade: 174
Model: 1
Class: 57
Estimated Production Year: 1897
Run Quantity: 1,000
Grade/Model Run: 3 of 3
Grade/Model Total Production: 2,200
Size: 0s
Jewels: 17j
Jewel Material: Ruby
Jewel Setting: Raised Gold Settings (Pressed)
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Moseley
Hairspring: Breguet
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: No
Railroad Grade: No
Data Research: 1896 Elgin Serial List
1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 2742.174G3.0S177.01M177.H2050.P977.17J150
Database Version: v52.246
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
6.62
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
2.50
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.004%
Registry Population: 1 (0.10%)

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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 · February 7, 2014

Serial Number 6902067 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The movement has an Elgin fine regulator, and is
engraved with "Adjusted". The entire gear train
appears solid gold.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Adjusted changed from No to Yes
Elgin Grade 174 Pocket Watch