Elgin
Elgin Grade 140
Grade 140 is a 15 Jewels Openface watch manufactured by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 5 movement features a Gilt finish and is adjusted. Elgin manufactured a total of 3,000 Grade 140 movements in 2 distinctive runs.
Grade 140 Movement Characteristics
| Size | 16s |
|---|---|
| Jewels | 15 Jewels |
| Configuration | Openface |
| Finish | Gilt |
| Model | 5 |
| Setting | Pendant |
| Adjusted | Yes |
| Railroad Grade | No |
| Profile Code | 16s-M5-15j-OGP |
Grade 140 Production Info
| Total Production | 3,000 |
|---|---|
| Number of Runs | 2 |
| Production Years | 1895-1896 |
| First Serial | 5,892,001 |
| Last Serial | 6,188,000 |
| Largest Run | 2,000 |
| Smallest Run | 1,000 |
Research Notes
13 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape (Pairs)
15 Jewels: 3rd, 4th, Escape, Pallet (Pairs)