Elgin
Elgin Grade 296
Grade 296 is a 15 Jewels Hunting watch manufactured by Elgin. The size 18s, Model 4 movement features a Nickel finish. Elgin manufactured a total of 37,000 Grade 296 movements in 28 distinctive runs.
Grade 296 Movement Characteristics
| Size | 18s |
|---|---|
| Jewels | 15 Jewels |
| Configuration | Hunting |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Model | 4 |
| Setting | Lever |
| Adjusted | No |
| Railroad Grade | No |
| Profile Code | 18s-M4-15j-HNL |
Grade 296 Production Info
| Total Production | 37,000 |
|---|---|
| Number of Runs | 28 |
| Production Years | 1904-1906 |
| First Serial | 10,646,001 |
| Last Serial | 12,380,000 |
| Largest Run | 3,000 |
| Smallest Run | 1,000 |
Research Notes
Keystone Magazine, February 1905: Elgin announces the reduction and rebate for the following grades: 295, 296, 297, 286, 287, 288, 307, 308