elgin movements

[jackteet]

Hi, I have a 6 sided 1920`s Elgin wristwatch. I need a relacement movement and am told it is a grade 43. I have looked on ebay US and there are grade 43 movements but described as being for pocket watches. In addition the movements are not working and apparently need new parts. Ideally I would like a complete movement requiring a service rather than needing various new parts.
Can you guys please reco an alternative outlet to ebay where I might get a movement. Also can a movement fit both pocket and wristwatch. TIA.

 

[roughbarked]

We will need photos.
The Elgin 43 described as for pocket watches:
Data
18 size, Dm= 44.65mm, Do= 45.75mm
H= 10.1mm
(dial collar +0.25mm)
F= 1.05mm
T= 3.5mm

 

[jackteet]

Hi, Many thanks. Pic attached.

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[roughbarked]

Hi, Many thanks. Pic attached.

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Apparently it isn't.

 

[Appa69]

Yes, a movement can fit both a pocket and wrist watch. But the movement you listed is an open faced 18s, so that one is very unlikely. I would expect a hunter movement, 3/0s or smaller....

 

[jackteet]

Hi, Sorry but I am not being allowed to post a pic, apparently cos I am not a memeber

 

[jackteet]

Lets try again

 

[Appa69]

That appears to be much more like I described. The number on the movement, what is it?

 

[jackteet]

Hi, the number on the pic is 9674. should there be another number somewhere then I have no idea. my watchmaker has the watch.

 

[Appa69]

The 8 digit number on the movement above Elgin usa. That's the serial number. It will tell us all we need to know.

 

[jackteet]

Hi, Many thanks. The number is 307 367 16. Appreciate your help.

 

[Appa69]

Okay. So we have a grade 430.

Elgin Pocket Watch: Serial Number 30736716 (Grade 430)

Serial lookups, info, specs, and value for American antique pocket watches covering manufacturers like Elgin, Illinois, Waltham, and Hamilton

pocketwatchdatabase.com

 

[Appa69]

For the price, you could also consider the model 428, which would bring your jewel count from 7 to 15.

 

[jackteet]

Hi, Thank you so much for your time and trouble. The current movement is ruined by water damage which the seller had not disclosed. Anyway I am trying to find a movement that requires minimum repairs and servicing. From your experience is ebay USA prob the best source. Very much appreciate all your help. jack

 

[Appa69]

That would be my usual choice, yes.