This beautiful watch is in very good condition, the movement is fully functional and holds time. There are no chips in the acrylic crystal. There are some hairline cracks throughout the dial, specifically running through roman numeral "VII" and "VIII" spanning from the seconds bit to the rim as well as to hairlines running from the minute/hour hands to the rim a the "XII" and in-between the "XII" and "I. There is a very small chip on the rim in-between the "II" and "III". The case is a Philadelphia Watch Case Co. and is a 20 year, gold filled case. The case body and back have matching serial numbers. It does have some etching inside the case back "2848, 20139, WRP, 1177, R-1, U4". The commas represent a new line in which the next set of numbers start. The case is worn, and has signs of use, such as scratching, it does have about 90% plate left. The case body does have some areas that the plate it completely worn through, and there is a single, light indentation on the case back. All of which can be seen in our video below.
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1891 Elgin Hunter Pocket Watch Grade 10 Model 3 18s 11j GF Case RUNS (M77)
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Pocket Watch Database Information:
Manufacturer: Elgin
Manufacturer Location: Elgin, Illinois
Movement Serial Number: 4218137
Grade: No. 10
Model: 3
Class: 5
Estimated Production Year: 1891
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 52 of 82
Total Production: 273,000
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Barrel: Going
Train: Quick
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Purchase Details:
Watch will run when wound but no tests were made to ascertain accuracy. Watch will likely need service or repairs. Sold as is, see photos for condition. We list our items in the original condition that we receive them. If a repair has been made by us, we will note those repairs within the description details above. We do not do polish cases prior to listing so that you, the collector, have the option to do your own COA, and/or refurbishing if you so choose.
All my watches are shipped with USPS First Class, with insurance. If there is a change in shipping carrier I will promptly let a buyer know prior to shipment. We are selling this as no returns because of the possibility of someone buying, replacing any parts and then returning it. We are guaranteeing that this is as we are describing, and we provide video of its functionality (either here, on YouTube, or our website). Please review our feedback rating and comments so you can buy with confidence knowing that we do send items exactly as described!
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