Horse power year built type of cooling number of cylinders tool reference code 571. Hence, elgin machine tools must be divided into two eras. This is a used booklet from a local marine and small motor business filled with great information and diagrams relevant to these classic outboard motors and accessories. The model numbers remained, however, and are the key to finding replacement parts for elgins of the period. Founded in chicago in 1864, the then national watch company was developed out of a consortium of local business leaders. Located in the historic union depot, circa 1903, the museum includes an extensive archive collection and is the repository for historic photographs in the community. B110606 for sale, we are offering an original, 1956 parts list for elgin outboard motor, 7. Watch sizes and model numbers, such as 16s model 9, which were all.
As late as 2007 the original elgin tool works building, a long narrow corner affair running northsouth, was still standing on route 31 south of the i90 northwest tollway on the west side of the street. Waltham wrist watch, 60 size, 9 jewel, model 10609 and 60 size. Im looking for some information on cams for a elgin model 2468. The firms first home was argo, illinois, but it ended up in indianapolis for its last two years of 19231924.
If you continue to use this website without changing your cookie settings or you click accept below then you are consenting to this. Free pdf downloads to assist you in your restoration project. The city has prepared standard documents associated with. Document center city of elgin, illinois official website. Levoy drive, suite 100 taylorsville, ut 84123 18008691686 0018015710071 outside the u. Elgin cf667 design elgin cf667 by bute design studio. This is a newold stock parts list from a local marine and small motor business filled with great diagrams and information. The elgin grade 387 watch is a 17 jewel, 16 size pocketwatch. Discover a large selection of elgin watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. Porcelain single sunk dial with subsidiary seconds and roman numerals, marked elgin. From the very beginning, elgin was finishing and selling over 100 watches per day and were working on thousands more. Elgin pocket watch sale old vintage, antique elgin.
The elgin a11 should have a grade 539 movement, sweep seconds with a hacking feature. Elgin 18s 17 jewel railroad grade model 2 nawcc message. The left side of our catalog pages features a set of. So, it isnt surprising that they needed some way of organizing and classifying these watches to make it easier to manufacture, for marketing purposes and for watchmakers to. Originally published in the aomcis quarterly newsletter the outboarder, jim has updated it for this website. I bought an elgin model s1145 serial number 82324 when was this machine made and where can i get a manuel for it. It is our hope that providing this resource without cost will make your preservation efforts more affordable. My grandfathers watch was a 7jewel reliance pocket watch, and the.
Text by rob berkavicius rob b photographs by paul delury. Start your search with the top menu or catalog drilldown filters. Elgin watch screws, for american made elgin watches the elginhamilton 8day elapsed time clock elapsed time clock r88c57311 an57411 hamilton h37500 and elgin 37500 elgin balance complete fits grade 344 for grade 344 with serial numbers 15862501 and above elgin4093. All balance staffs for elgin, sorted by caliber diameter ligne. Raymond model wadsworth quality 10k gold filled cased and timed by elgin national watch c. I believe that your watch resulted from someone in the last sixty years swapping a commercial or postwar surplus movement with a military styled dial into an a11 case. Camshafts free delivery possible on eligible purchases. When searching specific websites for manuals, the elgin brand is not listed for an option. I bought an elgin model s1145 serial number 82324 when.
Elgin made many different mainsprings over the years, with some part numbers replacing others as time went on. Welcome to our little catalog, its a work in progress and no doubt will never be 100% completed. Application woven upholstery fabric suitable for both heavy duty and domestic applications. All winding stems for elgin, sorted by caliber diameter ligne. Elgin pocket watches were an icon of american pocket watch production in the 20th century and reflect the massive progress of the age with durable yet elegant designs. West bend elgin 2hp 40hp outboard motor service 1956. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. We have many parts that are not yet listed on this site. Elgin 16 size 19 jewel 6 adjustments, grade 572 pocket watch. Boat manufacturers listed alphabetically boat manufacturers listed by boat type outboard engine manufacturers boat part manufacturers. Start your search by engine, chassis or heavy duty chassis by making your selection in the top menu. The watch is being sold as is, sweep hand inoperable, with no warranty offered or. Elgin national watch company an57401 master raymond pocket.
Elgin watch identification guide waterstone watches. Elgin 7 jewels antique pocket watches for sale ebay. I need to know what they look like and any information on the cams or box to tell them apart from any other cams. Elgin caliber 554 15 jewel movement circa 1947 watchuseek forums. Identification of a watch is a process, typically done as follows. Elgin 16 size 19 jewels, 6 adjustments, grade 572 youtube. Elgin model 7 is a 16size 34 bridgeplate pendantset movement featuring a nickel finish. Elgin outboard motor model data model number hp year built cylinders cooling type leg type shift starter 571. Elgin mainspring information the follow information on mainsprings was collected from the elgin material catalogs from the years 1896, 1904, 1915, 1950, and 1958. I would tend to think the lord elgin that you posted might be white and yellow gold since the lord elgin 12s was a fancy dress watch and i could not see elgin using nickel for a watch that would have had a pretty price tag in its. The following is a list of all models produced 1959 elgin outboard motor model data model number o. On north college street is the lovely ruin of elgin cathedral. A new lease on life restoring an elgin 7 jewel pocket watch. Once considered scotlands most beautiful cathedral, rivalling st andrews in importance, today it is little more.
For decades, watches of less than 15 jewels have been considered by many to be low end and only suitable for those poor souls who could not afford anything better. This size is large, but smaller than then big and heavy railroadstyle 18 size watches. The elgin company diversified after world war ii making decorator clocks, transistor radios, wedding rings, but the hearts beat was the elgin watch. Tell us what else you do know and the antiques appraiser will be able to better assist you. Elgin watches all prices for elgin watches on chrono24. No seconds bit to convert a hunting movement to open face. Retail window these are dates that we have seen the models advertised, its to provide an idea of how common a model might be. I just picked up an elgin watch from 1947 off of ebay for \. Elgin six the elgin car service and parts corporation. After 1959 they were made by scott, and have a 574 model designation. You can also customize your search experience for catalog, part search or techinical lookup. The 2020 national meeting in dayton has been cancelled. An57401 for sale an57401 master grade company 15 reserve national 16s watch raymond navigation elgin model pocket 22 grade 581 b. Antique 1942 elgin military black dial pocket watch open face from japan rare.
Starting around 1932, elgin used model numbers to identify unique case designs. If you need a specific part for your outboard, ask we may have it. Certain mechanics and style may vary between grades and eras. Problems with elgin grade 303, model 3, class 114, 1917. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Elgin raymond gold filled dn wind indicator pocket watch. Elgin outboard motor, year model hp leeroys ramblings. Antique 1904 elgin model 7 pocket watch silver plate case 16s 7j. You will need adobe acrobat reader to view the manual on your computer. This one is serial number 19955308, made in 1916, featuring an unusual and flashy gold dial and a 20 year gold case.
The elgin main street board and the elgin chamber of commerce host group tours throughout the. The elgin national watch company, commonly known as elgin watch company, was a major. Please use this information as the educational tool it is intended to be. Elgin vintage lady elgin wrist watch 17 jewels etsy. I have searched the internet trying to find information on the brand elgin but have come up empty handed. Discussion in american pocket watches started by 49stude63, mar 30, 2009. Please refer to the pictures as they form an integral part of the description. Discussion in american pocket watches started by bklynjava, apr 3, 2018. Elgin grade pocket indicator watch description grade 494 railroad grade b w. Its a rectangular shaped 10k gf case model, kind of art deco styled, with a caliber. Elgin model 7 is a 18size fullplate leverset movement featuring a gilt or nickel finish. In the 1950s, the use of model numbers was supplemented by individual model names. See below to see a small sample of the parts we offer for the elgin brand of sweepers.
The clock tower of the national street plant was torn down october 7, 1966. However, there is no listing of part number 26 for any model numbers in the official elgin parts list book from 1938. Want to download the elgin toyota scion smartphone app. For more info call your sales rep or check out our catalog for more information. The movement is in excellent condition in terms of its functionality.