Family: Elgin Railroad21 jewels
The B.W. Raymond is a manual-winding movement introduced by Elgin in 1870 as the company's first production caliber. It features 15 to 21 jewels, key-wind operation, and an 18-size pocket watch format with a quick train escapement. The movement earned railroad-grade accuracy certification, reflecting Elgin's focus on precision timekeeping. It was produced as Grade 70 and remained in production until discontinued.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Movement Type
Manual Winding
Jewel Count
21 jewels
Display Type
Analog
Winding
Manual
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QUICK FACTS
BRAND
TYPE
Manual WindingSTATUS
DiscontinuedMANUFACTURE
In-houseLAUNCH YEAR
1870CALIBER FAMILY
Elgin RailroadALSO KNOWN AS
grade 70no. 240
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