Elgin Grade 344 Pocket Watch Conversion 43mm Y-1912

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 1912 Elgin pocket watch movement, marked with serial number 16472057. 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 344, 17-jewel mechanical hand-wind movement, a fine example of early American craftsmanship. The white dial is signed Elgin and features black Roman numerals, red five-minute markers, elegant blued steel hands, and a small seconds subdial that preserves its classic pocket watch character.

Finished with a vibrant orange textured leather strap accented with matching orange 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 1912 Elgin pocket watch movement
• Serial Number: 16472057
• Restored and converted in-house by Romans Jewelry in 2026
• Elgin Grade 344 mechanical hand-wind movement
• 17 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
• Black Roman numerals and red five-minute markers
• Blued steel hands
• Orange textured 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 serviced 
• Backed by a 2-year warranty
• Family-owned & trusted since 1995

WHY THIS PIECE 

Dating back to 1912, this Elgin conversion carries more than a century of American watchmaking history on the wrist. Its beautifully preserved Grade 344 movement, crisp white dial, classic Roman numerals, blued steel hands, and exhibition case back showcase the craftsmanship of another era. Paired with a modern stainless steel case and a bold orange textured 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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