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I am selling a number of watches and parts from some collections I've acquired. They are in various conditions and all are being sold 'AS IS', including this 1898 Elgin 18 Size 17J B W Raymond Railroad App Train Case Ex Dial Runs Strong!, so please read my descriptions carefully before bidding or buying. I will attempt to be as accurate as possible and I also package very well, but watches are somewhat delicate by nature, so please ask questions if you're not sure what you are buying.

Also, please read my feedback and note that my BIN prices are usually under the selling point at end of auctions... this watch will look better in your hand than it does in the pics. 

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This unusual Elgin B.W. Raymond Grade 184, Model 5, American made pocket watch is in very nice condition for its age and is running well. I say unusual because most Railroad Approved models are stem wind/lever set, but this one is stem wind/stem set, which is not common, but apparently an order-able option at one time. The visually clean, nickel movement is a 17 jewel model with serial number '7250231', dating it to approx. 1898. The watch winds, sets, runs strong and is keeping good time, though I do not know when it was last serviced. It is cased in a relatively low wear, 'Silveroid' [Nickel alloy] case with gold train inlay in the case back. It has normal surface scratches, but is generally a solid, attractive case. Case diameter is large at approx. 57mm [US 18 size]. The double sunk porcelain dial has a sub second hand at 6 o'clock and is signed 'Elgin'. It is in excellent condition, with no visible hairline cracks or chips. The crystal is original, bevelled glass with some surface scratches, but generally is still quite serviceable. Overall, this is a clean, solid antique pocket watch from a respected American company. It'd make a fine addition to any collection, or enjoy it as a regular user....you won't be disappointed!