Elgin Early 1970s 4974 “Basket Weave” Dial Manual

Elgin
Written by Mark Peskin

This early 1970s Elgin is highlighted by an unusual and striking “basket weave” dial. It is powered by a Swiss-made FHF manual wind movement with surprisingly nice finishing, cosplaying as an “Elgin 394.”

Reference: 4974
Movement: Elgin 394 (FHF/ST 96-4) (17 Jewels)
Movement Type: Manual
Complications: Sweep Second, Calendar
Case Type: Nickel Plated (Replated - Originally Chrome) with Stainless Steel Screwback
Case Size: 33mm

Mark Peskin
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