Elgin Grade 187 Legacy Watch 43mm Y-1898

From pocket to wrist, honoring history and designed for today.

The Romans Jewelry First Edition wristwatch brings American watchmaking history back to life with an authentic 1898 Elgin pocket watch movement, marked with serial number 7493435. Carefully restored and converted in-house by Romans Jewelry in 2026, this one-of-a-kind timepiece is housed in a polished 43mm stainless steel case measuring 50mm lug-to-lug and 11mm thick. Sapphire crystal on the front and back allows the beauty of the movement to be seen and appreciated.

Inside, you’ll find an Elgin Grade 187, 15-jewel mechanical hand-wind movement, a fine example of early American craftsmanship. The white dial is signed Elgin and features bold stylized black Arabic numerals, black minute markers, elegant blued steel hands, and a small seconds subdial that preserves its classic pocket watch character.

Finished with a dark brown textured leather strap, this First Edition conversion blends vintage charm with modern wearability.

This Romans Jewelry First Edition timepiece comes with a 2-year warranty and includes one technical upgrade.

Key Features

• Romans Jewelry First Edition wristwatch
• Authentic 1898 Elgin pocket watch movement
• Serial Number: 7493435
• Restored and converted in-house by Romans Jewelry in 2026
• Elgin Grade 187 mechanical hand-wind movement
• 15 jewels
• 43mm polished stainless steel case
• Case Dimensions: 43mm diameter × 50mm lug-to-lug × 11mm thick
• Sapphire crystal front and back
• Exhibition case back showcasing the movement
• Signed Elgin dial with small seconds subdial
• Bold black stylized Arabic numerals
• Black minute markers
• Blued steel hands
• Dark brown textured leather strap
• Water resistant to 30 meters
• Includes 2-year Romans Jewelry warranty + one technical upgrade

TRUST & QUALITY

• Fully inspected & authenticated
• Professionally serviced 
• Backed by a 2-year warranty
• Family-owned & trusted since 1995

WHY THIS PIECE 

Dating back to 1898, this Elgin conversion carries well over a century of American watchmaking history on the wrist. Its beautifully preserved Grade 187 movement, crisp white dial, bold stylized numerals, blued steel hands, and exhibition case back showcase the craftsmanship and design language of another era. Paired with a modern stainless steel case and dark brown leather strap, this one-of-a-kind First Edition timepiece offers the character of an antique pocket watch with the comfort and wearability of a contemporary wristwatch.

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