Elgin National Watch Company / B.W. Raymond Railroad
Elgin National Watch Company B.W. Raymond Railroad
Collection profile
Named after the company's principal founder, this line of railroad-grade pocket watches met the exacting standards required by American railways and became synonymous with precision timekeeping.
More from Elgin National Watch Company
- Lord Elgin — Elgin's premium wristwatch line introduced in the 1930s, featuring higher-grade movements and refined cases that represented the pinnacle of the company's wristwatch production.
- Lady Elgin — The feminine counterpart to the Lord Elgin, these elegant women's watches featured decorative cases and smaller movements, popular from the 1930s through the 1950s.
- Shockmaster — Introduced in the post-war era, this durable line featured shock-resistant movements designed for everyday wear, competing with similar Swiss innovations.