For your consideration is this 1934 Elgin Grade 495 pocket watch set in a Keystone / J. Boss 10k gold filled case. In 1864, the Elgin National Watch Company was established in Elgin, Illinois, as an American watch manufacturer. The business was renowned for its innovation and accuracy, using cutting-edge manufacturing processes to create dependable timepieces. Initially, Elgin concentrated on making pocket watches because they were in high demand. Elgin watches were created in a variety of looks and patterns to suit different tastes and preferences. Elgin increased its operations and started making wristwatches as the demand for them increased in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Sadly, in 1968 the Elgin National Watch Company stopped making watches, and in 1969 it was formally dissolved. The serial number inscribed alongside the movement is numbered, "34573143" showing that it was made in 1934. The pocket watch is a grade 495, 17 jewel, size 12s, model 4 and features a nickel movement finish and a 3/4 plate. The watch is set in a Keystone / J. Boss 10k gold filled case with the stamped serial number reading, "59568". Under Hagstoz & Thorpe's ownership, the Keystone Watch Case factory opened its doors in 1880. The business produced gold-filled cases under the "J. Boss" brand and patent. The new factory was initially constructed to produce gold and silver cases in order to separate production of gold-filled cases. When the factory first opened in 1880, these cases were identified with the Keystone symbol. The gold-filled company run by Hagstoz & Thrope was eventually absorbed by the Keystone Watch Case Company, which resulted in the creation of the Keystone Watch Case Company and the Keystone trademark on all cases. The watch is not railroad graded. The watch measures 1 13/16" in diameter and weighs 54.1 grams.