Elgin Grade 386 Hunter Case Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1920
This is a hunter-cased pocket watch manufactured by the American company Elgin, identified as a size 16 model. According to the source, the timepiece dates to approximately 1920.
The case features a 14K gold-filled finish, with a diameter of 51 mm excluding the crown. A notable feature is the multicolor dial, which incorporates pale blue and gold motifs, Roman numeral indices, and a subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The exterior of the hunter case is decorated with elaborate engraved scrollwork; one side displays a landscape scene framed by floral designs, while the opposite side features a vacant shield intended for initials.
The movement is an Elgin Grade 386, Model 6, featuring 17 jewels in screw-set settings. Technical specifications include a three-quarter plate architecture, a Mosely regulator, a double-roller system, and a quick-train arrangement. The watch is crown-wound and crown-set.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Hunter case pocket watch
- Maker
- Elgin
- Case Size
- 16 size
- Reference
- Grade 386
- Case Diameter
- 51 mm
- Case Material
- 14K Gold Filled
- Movement Type
- 17-jewel manual wind
- Place recorded
- United States
- Movement Features
- Mosely regulator
- Maker / attribution
- Elgin
Design
- Visible features
- • The dial displays a central light blue circle surrounded by decorative gold floral-style patterns. • The case cover depicts an engraved pastoral scene within a cartouche. • The movement is wound and set via the crown located at the 3 o'clock position relative to the dial. • Black spade-style hands are used for hour and minute indication.
- Case and Dial Design
- The watch is housed in a hunter-style case, characterized by a hinged cover that protects the crystal and dial. The exterior surface of the case is heavily decorated with intricate scrollwork and floral motifs. One face of the case features a pictorial engraving of a rural scene, while the reverse displays a plain shield or cartouche suitable for personalization. The dial is designed with a multi-colored aesthetic, utilizing pale blue and gold elements against a white background. It displays black Roman numerals for the hours and features black spade-style hands. A dedicated subsidiary dial for seconds is positioned at the 6 o'clock mark, maintaining a traditional layout for a size 16 pocket watch.
- Movement and Mechanism
- The watch is powered by an Elgin Grade 386, Model 6 movement. It is constructed with 17 jewels, with the jewels mounted in screw-set settings. The movement design utilizes a three-quarter plate configuration. Technically, the caliber incorporates specific features such as a Mosely regulator for timing adjustments, a double-roller escapement system, and a quick-train gear arrangement. The watch is designed to be wound and adjusted via the crown.
- Provenance and Condition
- The object is attributed to the American manufacturer Elgin and is dated to approximately 1920. The source classifies the object as being in fine condition and notes that the movement is operating well. It is important to note that the provided documentation does not include details regarding recent maintenance history, chronometric accuracy, or original accessories such as boxes or papers. The information provided is based on the source's assessment.
Identification
- Reference
- Grade 386
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact provenance of the watch is not provided.
- Research required: The source reports the condition as 'fine' and 'well running' but does not specify when the last professional service was performed.