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Elgin 279
Ligne: 8.75'''
Jewels: 15
Power Reserve: 33 hrs
Frequency: 18000 vph
Type: Manual Wind
Period used: ~1925
Diameter: 19.8 mm
Height: 3.3 mm
Hands: 1.10 x 0.65 mm
The Elgin 279 is a mechanical watch movement featuring a bimetallic screw balance. The differences between the 361, 367, 500, 501, and 505-509 variations are not known. The movement is manually winded and includes a sub-second function. It was commonly used around the period of 1925.
The Elgin 279 features the following functions:
- Manual Winding
- Sub Second
Mainspring Listing
| Dimensions | GR Reference # | End Type | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.20 x 0.100 x 240 x 8.0 mm | GR2917 | Manual | Buy mainspring |
| 1.20 x 0.085 x 240 x 7.0 mm | GR2885 | Manual | Buy mainspring |
| 1.20 x 0.080 x 220 x 7.0 mm | Manual | Buy mainspring |
Incabloc Part Listing
| Block # (Top/Bottom) | Cap Jewel # (Top/Bottom) | Spring # (Top/Bottom) |
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KIF Part Listing
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Parts Listing
| Part Description | Reference # | Alternate | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAINSPRING 1.20-.10-240 8 | MS-311E | GR 2917 | Buy part |
| STAFF | 100/48 | Buy part | |
| STEM | 401/ETA 500 | Buy part |
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