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ELGIN B. W. Raymond

The BW Raymond Watch was named after Elgin's founder, and former mayor of Chicago, B. W. Raymond. The B.W. Raymond moniker only appeared on watches that Elgin believed represented the absolute pinnacle of engineering and accuracy.

“The B. W. Raymond is striking in its simplicity. The black numerals and the white dial strongly suggest a railroad watch.”

Today, we are presenting this interesting timepiece, a B. W. Raymond Elgin Railroad Grade Pocket Watch dated from 1926, made by the famous U.S.A. watch markers Elgin Watch Company. It is a manual-winding watch with an original Elgin movement, 21 jewels, caliber grade 472, sub second, adjusted to 5 positions, U.S.A. made. The American Railroad Standard of timekeeping was 4 seconds per day, or 30 seconds per week. This is a tighter tolerance than COSC Chronometer certification.

 

The movement grade 472 was made only between 1922 to 1926 and this timepiece is one of 21,000 ever made. It is high grade movement, has an Invar Balance, a nickel and steel alloy, is highly resistant to expansion and contraction caused by temperature and is officially certified for use on the railroad.

 

After +97 years, it still has the original white dial with big bold Arabic Numerals, bold and red minute marks and large matching hands. This feature makes the time easy and clear as possible to read creating a distinctive and functional railroad watch aesthetic. The sub second is located at 6. Also, the dial is signed with the Elgin name/logo on top and "Invar Balance" on the bottom.

It is cased in a 49.2mm round case, all 14K yellow gold filled.

This watch is in good condition, Runs very well and keeps great time!

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The pocket watch holder is not included with the purchase of this pocket watch. 

Movement:

B. W. Raymond

Elgin Watch Co.

U.S.A.

Grade 472

21 Jewels

Adjusted 5 Positions

Serial Number 28930142

Case Back Markings:  

B&B

ROYAL

20 Years

6371351 

Measurements (mm):

Case Diameter 49  

Case w/Crown 57.7 

Case Thickness 14.5 

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size. 

 

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that. 

The condition is pre-owned.  
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have. 

 

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Please be aware that the item you are bidding on or purchasing is a VINTAGE item. If this item is a watch, unless otherwise noted, it is keeping accurate time over a 2–4-hour time period. We specialize in watches that are 20-100 years old, and as such, these items are previously worn, and the quality of the item WILL reflect that. Expect for a vintage timepiece to have blemishes... this is part of what gives these amazing pieces their charm. Further, unless a watch specifically says that it has been recently serviced, expect that at some point in time, this timepiece will need a professional servicing in order to run and keep excellent time, which is also part of the experience of owning any mechanical watch. If an extremely accurate, worry-free experience is what you are seeking, we would recommend purchasing a new quartz watch. Very few, if any, vintage watches will keep as accurate time as a modern quartz watch.

We do our absolute best to take accurate photographs of our items and to show any blemishes.

 

Examples of common characteristics of a vintage timepiece are:
-imperfections on the crystal
-imperfections on case
-imperfections on the lugs
-unless stated that the strap is new, the leather is often quite old and may need replacing in the future
-metal bracelets may not include all of the links that the watch originally may have come with, but can be replaced with a bracelet or strap of your choosing

If the item is a piece of vintage jewelry, be aware that the item may have some minor blemishes such as:
-missing stones (view photos, we will NEVER photoshop in a missing stone or piece)
-minor scratches or discoloration
-fading of plating
-fading of paint

 

We do our best to take accurate photos and provide accurate descriptions.  Please take time to view our high-resolution photos of the item, and please ask any questions you may have prior to placing your bid.  We want this purchasing experience to be pleasant and surprise-free.  Vintage and antique items, unless "new old stock", have been around the block a time or two. 

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