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If someone would be so kind as to post their cross reference for crystals to elgin watch case numbers. Elgin engineers built their own observatory to maintain scientifically precise times in their watches. Replacement of any and all parts found worn, damaged or otherwise unusable, including proper rebuilding of balance assemblies, other staffs, springs, wheels and jewels. If you look in the gs catalog you can download a pdf version from. This is the standard labor involved in collecting the basics. Watch crystals glass crystals watch glass replacement. Find free sewing machine manuals or replacement manuals. This will allow you to type in the grade of your elgin pocket watch, and show you all the part.
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