Elgin was a powerhouse of American watchmaking. As one of the first in commercial watchmaking, they were always on the cutting edge of development. The Shockmaster series of watches was part of that innovation with modern shock protection for the mainspring unlike many contemporaries. One of the joys of collecting Shockmasters is that there is a flavor for everyone from fancy to rugged. You could spend a lifetime collecting them.

ABOUT THIS WATCH:

MANUFACTURER: Elgin watch company

MODEL: Seaman

REFERENCE: N/A

SERIAL: Unknown

YEAR: C 1950-52

DIAL: The original silver is in good shape. There appears to be some very faint scratches near the 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock hour markers that can only be seen at extreme angles with the assistance of reflective light. The silver dial also features a snailed sub-second dial that looks beautiful as light reflects light off of it. The dial is completed by radium lume and blued steel syringe hands

CASE: The 32mm stainless steel case is in great shape only showing very light wear from previous use. It retains strong, factory original beveled edges on both the lugs and the midcase. 

MOVEMENT: 17j manual winding movement. The service history is unknown. The watch winds, sets, runs and is currently keeping good time.

BRACELET: On the pictured leather strap.

ACCESSORIES: None.

BOX/PAPERS: No.

BANK WIRE PRICE: $250 shipped.