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 1906 Elgin pocket watch movement, marked with serial number 12441276. 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, youāll find an Elgin Grade 314, 15-jewel mechanical hand-wind movement, a fine example of early American craftsmanship. The white dial is signed Elgin and features classic black Roman numerals, red five-minute markers, elegant blued steel hands, and a small seconds subdial that preserves its traditional pocket watch character.
Finished with a warm brown leather strap accented with matching brown stitching, 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 1906 Elgin pocket watch movement
⢠Serial Number: 12441276
⢠Restored and converted in-house by Romans Jewelry in 2026
⢠Elgin Grade 314 mechanical hand-wind movement
⢠15 jewels
⢠43mm polished stainless steel case
⢠Case Dimensions: 43mm diameter à 50mm lug-to-lug à 11mm thick
⢠Sapphire crystal front and back
⢠Exhibition case back showcasing the movement
⢠Signed Elgin dial with small seconds subdial
⢠Black Roman numerals and red five-minute markers
⢠Blued steel hands
⢠Brown leather strap with matching stitching
⢠Water resistant to 30 meters
⢠Includes 2-year Romans Jewelry warranty + one technical upgrade
TRUST & QUALITY
⢠Fully inspected & authenticated
⢠Professionally servicedĀ
⢠Backed by a 2-year warranty
⢠Family-owned & trusted since 1995
WHY THIS PIECEĀ
Dating back to 1906, this Elgin conversion carries more than a century of American watchmaking history on the wrist. Its beautifully preserved Grade 314 movement, crisp white dial, classic Roman numerals, blued steel hands, and exhibition case back showcase the refined craftsmanship of another era. Paired with a modern stainless steel case and warm 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.