The 1951 Elgin 6801A is powered by the American-made Caliber 607, an 18-jewel bumper automatic movement adjusted to four positions for improved accuracy. As one of Elgin's earliest self-winding wristwatches, the 6801A represents an important milestone in American horology, combining innovative engineering with the timeless styling of the early 1950s.
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About the Brand
Elgin: Founded in 1864 as the National Watch Company, Elgin produced watches in Elgin, Illinois at what was once the world’s largest dedicated watch factory. By 1910, the company had built its own observatory to improve timekeeping accuracy. Like many manufacturers, Elgin shifted to military production during World War II. Postwar competition from Swiss imports eventually led to the sale of the company in 1968. While the original Elgin company no longer exists, its legacy lives on through a vast catalog of excellent vintage watches.