Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:
Elgin Grade 199 Pocket Watch

Elgin National Watch Co.

Grade: 199

Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 8146521
Grade: 199
Model: 2
Class: 78
Estimated Production Year: 1900
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 6 of 8
Grade/Model Total Production: 13,000
Size: 0s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Barrel: Safety
Train: Quick
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Data Research: 1904 Elgin Serial List
1915 Elgin Serial List
1927/1950 Elgin Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 3255.199G6.0S253.02M18.H2350.P1369.15J929
Database Version: v52.235
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
39.14
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
15.07
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.026%
Registry Population: 8 (0.40%)

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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 · December 19, 2020

Serial Number 8146518 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 11, 2019

Serial Number 8146742 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 3, 2014

Serial Number 8146898 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 27, 2013

Serial Number 8146202 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Barrel Bridge should be "Safety Barrel"

Anonymous · April 22, 2013

Serial Number 8147430 was reported as accurate.

Elgin Grade 199 Pocket Watch