Antique Elgin G. M. Wheeler 17 Jewel 18 Size 148 Grade Pocket Watch ETC9005

Here is an old 1900 large antique Elgin G.M. Wheeler model pocket watch. It is a 17 jewel, 18 size, full plate nickel movement, made by the Elgin Watch Company in Elgin Illinois in 1900, serial #8263093 The total nickel case measurement is 54.1mm (over 2 inches across) and 17.6mm thick. As this is a stem set watch. To set the time you must gently pull the stem out without pulling it all the way out of the watch body. , then set the desired time. The porcelain dial shows wear (edge cracking) at 12 and 4 o'clock and a small chip at the tippy top of the second-hand portal, all numbers are present, but faded. The production figures show that they made 1,000 of these in this specific run. This watch has a nearly perfect glass crystal and does not show much sign of wear other than light handling. At the stem and bow, there is not much of any wear if it was worn from a chain or fob. The case is marked on the bottom exterior "Base Metal" and it has no significant wear. There are no repair/service marks on the case. The watch winds, runs and keeps accurate time over the 16 hours I timed it. is in excellent restorable condition and can be carried just as it is…. We sell these items as they are and as you see them with some dirt, minor marks or minor damage from use (as is). Please look over the pics. We are PCGS, NGC and CAC authorized dealers and guarantee that these items are genuine and as described.
Old watches like these do need to be carried and wound to keep proper time and servicing is always recommended. This watch came from a serious collector's estate. He kept them catalogued, serviced and stored properly.