Well, I got my pocketwatch back yesterday, and it works like a charm.:)
Additionally I learned that she's one of a run of 8,000 watches made in 1927. I'm going to oke around and see what else I can learn. Does anyone have a good link for info on Elgin watches?
Drew
Well I know the watch is being sent out; he has a guy who comes in once a week to pick up watches and the like. I assume his guy will deconstruct the watch, but I'll have to double check.
Drew
I'd like to thank everyone for their input. I feel much better abouthaving told the jeweler to "go ahaead and clean it".
When I get my watchback, he will also provide me with info on the make and model of the watch and exactly when it was made.
I'm really interested in finding out more...
Pocketwatch Questions
I have a vintage Elgin pocketwatch that I picked up maybe 10 years ago for about $120 USD.
Sometime ago she quit running, and would not wind.
I took her into a local watch shop, and the guy told me that it would cost about $150.00 USD to clean her, and that she...
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This first picture yeilds some interesting "look alikes". Sadly no vintage celebs.
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Thanks. I've always liked the conspiracy theory that the Hindenberg exploded as the result of sabotage. Not that I believe in the theory, but it makes for a great story.
I was told about this joint by a friend that I've made on another site; she thought I might be interested in the Lounge because we share an interest the 1940's and 50's.
Looks like I'm going to have to thank her.:)
My fascination with the era began in high school when I was first...
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