Elgin Grade 192 from 1900
This timepiece is a wristwatch conversion, and the movement can be seen through the caseback. This timepiece is only one of 6,000 manufactured, features a motor barrel, and is 17 jewels.
*This timepiece is in our new case featuring front and back anti-reflective coated sapphire crystals, gaskets ensuring water resistance, and the use of premium 315L stainless steel for superior quality.*
Elgin National Watch Co. was in operation from 1864-1968 and was an American pocket watch manufacturer. Manufacturing of Elgin watches took place at their facility in Elgin, Illinois.
This Elgin timepiece, crafted in Elgin, Illinois, was finished in 1900. Its driven by Elgin's proprietary 17-jewel Grade 192 movement, which was only manufactured for a few years between 1898 and 1900 with just 6,000 produced. The movement boasts a jeweled motor barrel, an intricate balance pattern, and exquisite damaskeening. The movement has been custom-refinished with blue accents achieved through the thermal treatment of each part by hand. The original blue steel hands remain unrestored in their manufactured condition. The jewel settings are raised and have been restored to their original golden color, and the black enamel lettering was meticulously restored by hand. The metal Elgin dial is in good condition and features a guilloche motif at the center.
Encased in a newly designed silver-colored wristwatch conversion case, this timepiece ensures comfortable wear with adjustable lugs for easy winding and setting, providing a more tailored fit for wrists of various sizes. The case, equipped with front, back, and crown gaskets, offers water resistance up to 50 meters, although it is advisable to remove the watch before engaging in water activities. Having undergone thorough servicing, this timepiece is ready for your upcoming adventures. Because of our commitment to preserving history, this timepiece also comes with the original 14k 25 year case.
Watch Performance
Accuracy: +/- 10 seconds per day
Amplitude: 300 degrees
Beat Error: 1.5 ms
Frequency: 18,000 bph (5 beats per second)
Power Reserve: 24-30 hours
Complication: Jeweled Motor Barrel
Watch Specifications
Manufacture: Elgin
Location: Elgin, Illinois
Year Manufactured: 1900
Dial Material: Metal (guilloche)
Jewels: 17 jewels
Case Diameter: 44 mm
Front Crystal: Domed AR coated sapphire
Back Crystal: Flat AR coated sapphire
Case Material: 316L stainless
Lug width: 22 mm
Lug to Lug: Approximately 52 mm (adjusts to wrist size)
Height: 13 mm
Original Case Included: Yes, 14k 25 years
Serial Number: 8137282
Water Resistance: 50 meters
Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
All Frett & Co. Clockworks watches come with a full 1-year warranty unless otherwise stated.