{"product_id":"lord-elgin-8503-vintage-10k-gold-watch","title":"1960s LORD ELGIN 10K Gold Watch 23 Jewels \"American Oil Co.\" Ref. 8503 Cal. 775 USA Made Wristwatch - Double Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWatch Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Lord Elgin, reference 8503 — a distinctive men's wristwatch powered by the mechanical caliber Elgin 775 with 23 jewels. Featuring an analog display, champagne dial with gold Arabic numerals, stick hour markers, matching hands, and signed with the “American Oil Co.” logo at 12 o’clock. It offers a central sweep seconds function and is adjusted in 6 positions.\n\nThe 34mm round case is crafted from 10K yellow gold, fitted with a smooth bezel, snap-engraved case back, and a signed pull-push crown. It comes paired with a brown leather strap. With a frequency of 18,000 vph and a power reserve of approximately 40 hours, this vintage timepiece blends American heritage and mechanical precision.\n\nPresented in excellent condition, it includes the original inner and outer box, is fully functional, and has been professionally inspected to ensure precise timekeeping. Ready to wear or collect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elgin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wristwatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lord Elgin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8503\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear \/ Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage - 1960's\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States - U.S.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDial \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Arabic numerals, stick hour marks, matching hands and signed with the \"American Oil Co.\" logo on top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMovement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elgin 775\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eManual-winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCentral hours and minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSweep seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAdjusted 6 Positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40-hour \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18,000 vph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCase \u0026amp; Band\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10K yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap - Engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed pull-push\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBand Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers:\u003c\/strong\u003e YES – inner\/outer box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully functional and keeping precise time. It has been professionally inspected to ensure all systems are operating correctly. It is ready to wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExtended Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Back Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements (mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top; padding:6px;\"\u003eElgin 6 Adj's 775 USA 23 Jewels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top; padding:6px;\"\u003eCased and Timed by Elgin National Watch Co. 10 Karat Gold 8503 S292879 \/ A. GABOR 1926-1964 10K GOLD Waterproof\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top; padding:6px;\"\u003e\n        Case Diameter 34\u003cbr\u003e\n        Case Diameter w\/Crown 36\u003cbr\u003e\n        Case Lug to Lug 39\u003cbr\u003e\n        Case Thickness 9.5\u003cbr\u003e\n        Lug Width 18\u003cbr\u003e\n        Band Width 18\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Legacy of Elgin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the early 20th century, Elgin was producing over 1 million watches per year and was the largest producer of fine watches in the world.\nLord Elgin – one of the high-end product lines produced by the Elgin Watch Company, was introduced in the late 1930s and continued through the 1950s. The Lord Elgin watches were known for their precision movements and elegant designs and were often marketed as luxury watches. Lord Elgin watches were also known for their innovative features, such as shock-resistant, self-winding movements and fancy shape cases and crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Second Hand Horology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt SECOND HAND HOROLOGY, we offer a curated selection of watches ranging from vintage to modern, including both brand-new and pre-owned timepieces. We’re committed to quality, accuracy, and integrity. Our listings feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional, unedited photography and clear, transparent descriptions. Every watch is thoroughly inspected and securely packaged to ensure a confident, seamless buying experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also warmly invite you to visit our physical shop and explore the collection in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContact Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe appreciate you checking out our listing! Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions, offers, or just to talk watches — we love what we do and enjoy connecting with fellow enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for your business—we truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWA-5514\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elgin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45398412132546,"sku":"WA-5514","price":1352.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/7027\/9106\/files\/Front_view_of_Lord_Elgin_8503_vintage_10K_gold_men_s_wristwatch_with_champagne_dial.jpg?v=1755117430","url":"https:\/\/secondhandhorology.com\/en-fr\/products\/lord-elgin-8503-vintage-10k-gold-watch","provider":"SECOND HAND HOROLOGY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}