See recent prices for Elgin watches, learn the story behind the brand's success, and know the key styles that are sought after by collectors. An Elgin watch has two serial numbers. The movement serial number is located in the watch's gear region, and the case serial number is located on the back of the case. The movement serial number and the case serial number often do not match on early Elgin watchers. Customers often bought the case. Elgin Watches Prices By Serial Number SearchIn this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage railroad-grade Elgin (or the earlier National Watch Co.) pocket watches that are typically considered gent's size, although in many cases would also be appropriate for a woman to carry. The Elgin watch company, out of Elgin, Illinois, was in business from 1864-1964, and while active, was the largest-producing American watch company, manufacturing an estimated half of all pocket watches ('dollar' watches not included). To be a railroad grade watch, the following criteria must be met: • be 16S or 18S • have 17 or more jewels • be lever set • be in an open face case • be adjusted to 5 or more positions • have easily-legible Arabic dial numerals As an additional resource, we've posted a which includes information for Elgin serial numbers and dates of manufacture. For further information, examples, photos, and notes on how to wear our various styles of watches and watch accessories, please visit our. Welcome to the family owned business web site for PM Time Service. Initially started as a hobby during the 1960s, our business, officially established in 1976 by Paul and Gail Zuercher, has worked steadily to provide our customers with high quality antique and vintage pocket watches, wrist watches and watch accessories. Today, Catherine Zuercher carries on the 2nd generation of service and is delighted to work with our new and returning customers to place these fine old timekeepers with new owners.
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