Family: Elgin Railroad21 jewels
The Father Time is a manual-winding movement manufactured by Elgin, introduced in 1903 as part of the Elgin Railroad family. It features 21 jewels and meets the railroad-grade accuracy standards in effect from 1903 to 1914. The movement uses a lever set with a patent regulator and was available in both hunting and open face case configurations. Production has been discontinued.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Movement Type
Manual Winding
Jewel Count
21 jewels
Display Type
Analog
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QUICK FACTS
BRAND
TYPE
Manual WindingSTATUS
DiscontinuedMANUFACTURE
In-houseLAUNCH YEAR
1903CALIBER FAMILY
Elgin RailroadFOR WATCH DEALERS
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