{"product_id":"antique-elgin-pocket-watch-movement-model-3-grade-355-c-1908","title":"Antique Elgin Pocket Watch Movement - Model 3 - c.1908 - Spares\/Reapir","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eAn antique Elgin pocket watch movement with original dial, dating to 1908. This is a quality American-made movement from the Elgin National Watch Company, featuring a 15 jewel configuration and safety pinion. The movement is currently running only briefly before stopping and will require servicing or repair. The dial is present and visually attractive, with decorative numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eThe Elgin National Watch Company, founded in 1864 in Illinois, USA, was one of the largest and most respected American watch manufacturers. Known for producing reliable, mass-produced yet high-quality movements, Elgin watches were widely used and remain popular among collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e• Maker: Elgin National Watch Co.\u003cbr data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e• Model: 3\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e• Grade: 355\u003cbr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e• Serial Number: 13402271\u003cbr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e• Date \/ Period: 1908\u003cbr data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003e• Movement Type: Keyless wound movement\u003cbr data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e• Jewels: 15 jewels\u003cbr data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e• Dial Type: White enamel with subsidiary seconds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e• Movement Diameter: Approx. 29.6mm (0 size)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e• Runs briefly then stops – service\/repair required\u003cbr data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003e• Missing minute hand\u003cbr data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e• Hairline crack to seconds sub-dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003e• General light marks and wear consistent with age\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e• Movement appears complete but untested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eA genuine early 20th-century Elgin movement with attractive dial and good collector appeal. While not currently in reliable working order, it offers strong potential for restoration or as a quality donor movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elgin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53094926254347,"sku":"1897\/1","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/BB1F6B62-CFDF-43BA-AF1B-455CFF545EFC_1_201_a.jpg?v=1778042172","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-elgin-pocket-watch-movement-model-3-grade-355-c-1908","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}