Vintage Elgin Shockmaster 17J Men's Automatic Wristwatch 687 USA Stainless Steel

Product Description

• Item: Wristwatch

• Brand: Elgin

• Model: Shockmaster

• Movement: Automatic

• Jewels: 17

• Caliber: 687

• Case Material: Stainless Steel

• Country: USA

• Gender: Men's

Product Measurements

• Diameter: 32mm

• Lug Width: 17mm

• Lug to Lug: 39mm

• Thickness: 10mm

Product Condition

• Overall Condition: Fair, overall condition

• Functions: Not running

• Case: Shows light scratches. Has patina.

• Bezel: It has scratches.

• Crystal: Shows light scratches. Has spotting.

• Dial condition: Has spotting. Has patina. Metallic Dial

• Crown: Has some plating wear.

• Function:
  • Balance: The balance complete is in good condition

Elgin: Founded in 1864 as the National Watch Company, Elgin produced watches in Elgin, Illinois at what was once the world’s largest dedicated watch factory. By 1910, the company had built its own observatory to improve timekeeping accuracy. Like many manufacturers, Elgin shifted to military production during World War II. Postwar competition from Swiss imports eventually led to the sale of the company in 1968. While the original Elgin company no longer exists, its legacy lives on through a vast catalog of excellent vintage watches.