[Accutronalpha214]

Hi, could somebody please help identify this elgin
Ladies watch. It says on the dial, Elgin-Swiss.
Could not find any info on it. Any help would be great.

 

[Valtyr]

It sure looks more modern than vintage. We have some awesome PW guys here that will help, I'm sure!

 

[Jkroark]

Hi, could somebody please help identify this elgin
Ladies watch. It says on the dial, Elgin-Swiss.
Could not find any info on it. Any help would be great. View attachment 34216 View attachment 34217

Did you ever learn anything about this watch? I have one as well. I know it was purchased in 1971 as a gift for my Grandmother but that's all

 

[mikeyt_53]

Did you ever learn anything about this watch? I have one as well. I know it was purchased in 1971 as a gift for my Grandmother but that's all

The OP's post is almost 10 yrs old and he hasn't been seen here since the spring of 2013.....

 

[Jkroark]

The OP's post is almost 10 yrs old and he hasn't been seen here since the spring of 2013.....

Thank you for that response. I thought it was worth a shot, that they may get an email notification and respond

 

[mikeyt_53]

Thank you for that response. I thought it was worth a shot, that they may get an email notification and respond

You never know. I do agree with Valtyr's comment that it appears to be a somewhat 'modern' watch made to look like an antique collectible watch. If you want please feel free to post some better quality photos (particularly of the movement and any markings inside the case back) than what the OP posted and we might be able to find out some more information for you.

 

[r.gwynn]

This watch belonged to my grandmother, guessing 70-90 or so years old. Similar to OP's watch, but definitely has some age on it. Wound it a 'little' and it will run for 5-10 seconds each time I 'start' it, then it stops. Any ideas on refurb, etc.? THANKS!!!

 

[CometHunter]

90 years, you say? Would you drive your car for 90 years without changing the oil or checking the brakes? Have pity on it. Take that poor watch to a watch repair shop and have it serviced (checked over, cleaned. and re-oiled).
Unlike quartz watches, mechanicals need to go in for regular check-ups and service.
That's the price we pay for wearing machines on our wrists instead of electronic devices.

 

[Time in the pocket]

Do you have any pictures of the back being open of the movement. I am not convinced at this time that it was made by Elgin.

 

[mikeyt_53]

To be honest, I'm not convinced that this is a real Elgin either.