Rare vintage WW1 Elgin sterling silver trench watch with the General Pershing Star dial. The movement is an Elgin signed 462 grade 7 jewel Model 2 stem-set/stem-wind. Based on the serial number (#31786388) the estimated production date of the movement is 1929. The 31mm Star W.C.Co. sterling silver case looks great overall with some typical fine scratches on the back cover. The black enamel dial is legible but with hairline cracks and loss visible. The white numerals are intact. Sub-second hand is included but not installed. One of the photos shows the dial without the bezel. The mainspring does not move freely. This watch is b eing sold As-Is for parts or repair. Please see pics.
Elgin National Watch Co.
Grade: 462
| Manufacturer: | Elgin |
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| Manufacturer Location: | Elgin, Illinois |
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| Movement Serial Number: | 31786388 |
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| Grade: | 462 |
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| Model: | 2 |
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| Estimated Production Year: | 1929 |
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| Run Quantity: | 20,000 |
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| Grade/Model Run: | 122 of 133 |
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| Grade/Model Total Production: | 997,000 |
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| Size: | 3/0s |
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| Jewels: | 7j |
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| Movement Configuration: | Hunting |
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| Movement Finish: | Nickel |
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| Movement Setting: | Pendant |
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| Plate: | 3/4 Plate |
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| Double Roller: | Yes |
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| Barrel: | Going |
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| Balance Type: | Expansion |
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| Balance Jewel Material: | Ruby |
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| Train: | Quick |
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| Regulator: | Plain |
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| Hairspring: | Breguet |
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| Standard Dial Type: | Single-Sunk |
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| Adjusted: | No |
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| Railroad Grade: | No |
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| U.S. Patents: | 77078, 596407 |