Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Elgin Shockmaster Sports Watch

 

Elgin Shockmaster (1950s–60s)

  • Purpose: Built for durability, these watches were marketed as shock-resistant and designed for active lifestyles.

  • Features:

    • Manual wind movement

    • Anti-shock system (Incabloc)

    • Sturdy stainless steel cases

    • Luminous hands and markers

  • Style: Classic 1950s tool-watch look, often with Arabic numerals and field-style dials.



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