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However when i try to open it further it seems like it is stopped by something somehow possibly by the winding knob shaft. These watches are considered antiques, and when you take one apart, you will see that it is a work of art, both inside and out. Find the serial number on a website that lists elgin serial numbers to verify authenticity, such as elgin watches see resources. Elgin gold plated 18 pocket watch antique pocket watches for sale. The historic signature on this stunning 1915 illinois pocket watch dial represents dedicated artisans who. Antique and vintage pocket watches, waltham royal pocket watch in beautiful condition. Rare gold filled elgin usa, hunter cased pocket watch, railroad grade c1876. This is a beauty of a pocket watch made by the rockford watch company of rockford, il in 1903. The watches of the elgin almanac 18711876 luis casillas nawcc chapter 5. Model number case number name line subline cost jewels details. I was contacted a few days ago by my wifes uncle who had heard that i was interested in watch repair.
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I bought this in a box lot and really know nothing about it. Has edge chipping, most of which will be hidden by a bezel. There is a sunk seconds sub dial at the six oclock position. Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. Vintage elgin watch elgin vintage watches vintage pocket watch. This open face designed was popularized by the trainmen of the late 1800s and early 1900s as they could track the time of the inbound and outbound trains in an efficient manner. Antique elgin pocket watch repair, mechanical elgin pocket.
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