Elgin “Basket Weave” men’s Machine Age design wristwatch in steel, circa 1935.

This scarce watch has an unsigned Wadsworth-made case, but appears in a 1935 wholesaler catalog described as cased and timed at the Elgin factory. It was priced at $29.50 in 1935. It is in crisp, near mint condition showing no wear. The case retains all of its alternating frosted and polished finishes. Caseback is superb and unengraved. Case measures 39mm long and 21mm wide. Original dial is superb. Has new glass crystal. Watch is powered by its correct 7-jewel Elgin grade 488 manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong.

Price $275. SOLD