My New Old Watch

[IndianaMatt]

I just got this little Elgin #2955179 for $50. It is running, but I'm sure it needs some cleaning. What do you think? Did I do ok? This is not my first pocket watch to own, but it is the first one I have bought.

[Geo]

Nice! You've got a real bargain there. :)

[SteveFitzwater]

_{NICE CASE!!!, the watch is a keeper too!  Prod. year of 1888... and that case, if it is original has been stored and not used, it looks almost new, with the exception of a few dings, it definitely has not been in some ones pocket very much.}

 

_{FYI- here is the information on your pocket watch.. https://pocketwatchdatabase.com/search/result/elgin/2955179 if you had not already looked it up.}

[WillFly]

Yup, the Pocket Watch Database confirms it as Grade 101 - produced in 1888 with a production run of 1,000 in that year. Size 6s and 11 jewels. Sweet little watch - and $50 sounds like a good price.

 

Worth a clean, probably, given its age.

[clockboy]

Beautiful watch @ a beautiful price.

[Adrian]

Very nice watch congrats

[Gary]

Excellent find

[Lawson]

Wow!  I hope my dial looks that good at 127 years of age. :)

 

Beautiful watch mate, and what a steal at $50!!

[Geo]

Wow!  I hope my dial looks that good at 127 years of age. :)

Mine doesn't, and I'm only half that! :D

[Vich]

A real bargain and excellent condition - congrats

Vic