Daves watch parts and tools collectable watches and. Antique pocket watches for sale archives the pocket. Used elgin pocket watch for sale in fort worth elgin pocket watch posted by kenny lowe in fort worth. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. The crystal is showing some scratching from use and age. Elgin pocket watch the gentlemans dress pocket watch. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. In excellent working condition your antique 7 jewel pocket watch would have a retail value of 100125 dollars.
Elgin watch identification guide waterstone watches. The elgin pocket watch is a timepiece of fine class and expensive taste. Serial numbers associated with pocket watches manufactured by the keystone watch case co. Antique howard pocket watch ca1915 17 jewel, 12 size keystone case. Elgin hunter pocket watch circa 1911 15 jewels 18000 bph movement with keystone case 25 years j boss guaranteed case number 7994019. Get a great deal with this online auction for a pocket watch presented by property room on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client. It is similar to the ea codes developed by roy ehrhardt and used in many of his books, so they should look familiar to many experienced pocket watch collectors. Materials used to make vintage watch cases pocketwatch 101. Discussion in american pocket watches started by ekcreations, oct 3, 2010. Elgin grade 94 6s hunting case lever set pocket watch in sharp keystone case. Elgin pocket watch with keystone case and more ebth. Elgin pocket watch, bee watch case, bird pocket watch, 6s elgin watch, full.
Just sitting in our safe for years in good working condition. An older elgin gold filled pocket watch in a keystone case is coupled with an empty keystone gold filled pocket watch case. It was designed to be quickly read by knowledgeable elgin watch. Elgin national watch company pocket watch 18s partsrepair. This elgin grade 479 movement is housed in this beautiful and ornate elgin keystone solid 14k white gold case. Available in two skus, the pocket driver packs a 60 or 100 watt punch despite being 14th the size of a conventional led driver. Antique ladies necklace pocket watch gold keystone case elgin. I find using my finger nail to be quite effective and it is soft enough to. Always input the serial number from the pocket watch movement the mechanism of the watch. Get the best deal for elgin antique pocket watches from the largest online selection at. Used elgin pocket watch for sale in fort worth letgo. Elgin 14kt gold pocket watch model 6 17j hunter case size 16s c1896 grade 154. Elgin hunter pocket watch circa 1911 15 jewels serial.
Keystone s pocket drivers are the smallest constant voltage led drivers available to power signage. Get the best deals on elgin pocket watches 19001909 when you. The number stamped on the empty case is 778518 and the number on the watch case is 6154821. View this item and discover similar for sale at 1stdibs very rare elgin 14k gold filled 21j keystone case railroad pocket watch manual winding, 21 jewel lever set movement. Sold to the keystone case company in 1903 but produced watches until 1925. The pocket watch database has compiled data covering the major american pocket watch manufacturers and created an easy way to find information using the serial number on the watch movement. Watch code documentation the watch code is a short way of describing the watch. Browse our collection of monaco pocketwatch games download free now. Monaco pocketwatch games download free for sale collectible. The first elgin watch a pocket watch dates to 1867. This watch is one in almost 34 across the outside of the cage i believe this makes it a size 16.
Based on the serial number your elgin silveroid pocket watch with keystone case would have been produced in 1903. Describes most commonly used metals for vintage watch cases. Not seen in the photos, there is also a dust cover that is stamped warranted 14k us assay above this stamp is a keystone stamp with co in the middle. Dec 23, 20 based on the serial number your elgin silveroid pocket watch with keystone case would have been produced in 1903. While opening a watch isnt rocket science, a watch can be damaged if you try to open it incorrectly. Antique elgin hunt case pocket watch egraved case crispantique elgin hunt case pocket watch egraved case crisp. Check out our elgin pocket watch selection for the very best in unique or custom. Elgin 16 size 15 jewels 3 finger bridge great fancy dial 1902 nickel case. Here are a few tips to find information about your pocket watch.
The most common elgin pocket watch material is metal. Get the best deals on elgin pocket watches pre1920 when you shop the largest online selection at. Deer engraving on a vintage keystone pocket watch, case by. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The item old elgin pocket watch in heavy coin silver case 17 jewel runs good serviced is in sale since tuesday, july 2, 2019.
The last elgin movement made in america was produced in 1968. Elgin engraved keystone case pocket watch oct 24, 2009. Howard name in 1902 and subsequently sold watches under that name known as keystone howard watches. Watch and patent information guide with serial numbers and dates. Elgin was a prolific maker of pocket watches during their prime years of popularity. Make offer 1899 antique elgin pocket watch with nickel case sz 18 15jewels 19g2832. We aim to empower the community of watch collectors and enthusiasts by providing invaluable information in an accessible way. As greg pointed out, your watch is a private label watch made by the illinois watch company for the keystone watch case co. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about elgin pocket watch. Read about the efforts of mr john walker barriger iii and mr jack pugh in modernizing the railroad. Elgin national watch company serial number, elgin pocket watch.
Elgin rare gold filled keystone case railroad manual winding. For more information on keystone howard watches, see the keystone howard page of this web site. This elgin hand crank pocket was is crafted of 18k gold. How to open an elgin pocket watch our everyday life. The vase that the co is within is a keystone, the case companys trade mark. Illustrated priced catalog of watch cases 1909 the keystone watch case co. Elgin pocket watches are generally silver, gold, or bronze with a dial of a similar color or white. The double sunk dial looks very clean, you can see in the pictures.
This is a beautiful pocket watch and it is running as i write. The back cover is screw on and is marked keystone silveroid. The pocket watch database is a continuing work in progress. What is the value of elgin pocket watch with keystone. The emblem looks something like a horseshoe with three symbles on the top of the horseshoe that almost look like acorns. Included is the chain the watch is in running condition but not guaranteed engraving is like new. Marks found in watch cases such as hallmarks, sponsors mark, date letter, assay office mark. There is a reasonably priced pocket version available that shows the different shapes of most date gold and silver letter shields. Find great deals on ebay for keystone watch case and keystone watch case j boss. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton.
These watches are considered antiques, and when you take one apart, you will see that it. Pocket driver constant voltage led driver keystone. Its one of the last oldfashioned watches thats made by hand. What is the significance of the keystone watch case co.
Illinois 1883 antique key wound pocket watch coin silver case 11j 6i6154. Elgin mechanical keywinding antique pocket watches for sale. In the case of a well known watch case maker relying on the marks will be safe, but one must always be alert to the fact that the marks might not be what they purport to be. Elgin pocket watch art deco gentlemans dress pocket watch.
This is a antique time piece that is in very good condition and working order, how long it will run. We are severely handicapped by both the lack of legacy production records and by elgins policy of not giving names to models. Hello and welcome, my name isxxxxx am a personal property appraiser and would be happy to assist you with your question. In between, pinning an individual elgin down to a specific year and model can be a bit of a chore. The inner face of thewatch casehas the inscription keystone watch case,an urn shaped stamp below that the letter c,then below it usa. Users browsing for elgin full hunter antique pocket watches in antique usually look at. For example, at the bottom of this web page is a table that can tell you approximately what year your watch was made. Vintage keystone 16mm a15 newport deluxe movie camera and case and extra lenses. Indepth contact information when youre further interested in having me pass along my impressions and recommendations about the servicing and repair of your american or swiss pocket watch, i look forward to learning more about your watch and specifically its current condition. Almost 8,900 movements were completed, but unsold when the purchase took place.
Marks in watch cases hallmarks, sponsors marks, etc. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Most hunter style case breakage was due to wear from being pressed shut, like the old cowboy movies, crown should be pressed then front cover closed and release crown to engage holder. Get the best deals on elgin mechanical keywinding antique pocket. Watch serial number information a lot of information can be determined about your elgin watch from just the serial number on the movement where the gears are.
In most cases, a full restoration can be completed and returned to you by insured mail in two to three weeks time. Vintage wyler incaflex skipper pocket watch gold toned. By 1910, word of elgin s obsession with precision had spread around the world. Elgin model 3 pocket watch grade 345 made in 1926, vintage elgin pocket watch.
Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton keystone watch case co. Learn how to tell if your watch case is gold or goldplated. The look of an elgin watch is as important as its function. The keystone standard watch company should not be confused with the keystone watch case company, which purchased the rights to the e. Elgin 1938 antique pocket watch with 20 year gold filled case runs has not been monitored for long term accuracy. Might be tall task to get case repaired, not a ton of good case guys around. Watch and patent information guide with serial numbers.
By 1910, word of elgins obsession with precision had spread around the world. Elgin was first in 1960 with a railroad approved wrist watch. Folks we are pleased to offer for your consideration this elgin gentlemens dress pocket watch of the day circa 1927. Keystone pocket watches pocket watch, wristwatches. Elgin pocket watch w keystone case i used to wear it on a semi regular basis, but it has been dormant for several years now. Focusing on elgin and similar items in stock today. Serial number lookup example explained the output from the online elgin database is very terse. Jul 11, 2010 welcome to the nawcc american pocket watch message board. Elgin full hunter antique pocket watches for sale ebay.
Elgin grade 94 6s pocket watch keystone hunter, c1889. Winding and setting your american and swiss pocket watch. Antique mechanical pocket watch repair, cleaning, repair. Model 3, grade 345, 17 jewels, 34 plate, nickel, pendant set, open face, single sunk arabic dial marked elgin keystone j.
Daves watch parts and tools collectable watches and movements. The customer must either rely on the veracity of those marks or make their own tests. This 1,800 square foot townhouse features 2 bedrooms and 2. Vintage 1920s lady elgin 14k keystone case watch 017. Included is the chain the watch is in running condition but not guaranteed engraving is. Elgin engineers built their own observatory to maintain scientifically precise times in their watches. The back side has a engraved label that says standard with the number 64680 at the bottom of the emblem. Search for keystone pocket watches in inventory keystone in 1886 the keystone standard watch co. Your restored watch is ready again for daily use, and in most cases wont need its next servicing for up to 15 years. From the serial number i have found that it is a 300 grade, size 16, 15 jewel movement made in 1904.
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