Famous People Who Wore Elgin Watches

 

1. James Stewart

• Watch: Likely wore an Elgin military-issued timepiece during World War II.

• Why notable: Stewart served as a U.S. Army Air Force pilot and was photographed wearing a military-style Elgin or similar watch in uniform.

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2. Clark Gable

• Rumored Connection: Gable, the "King of Hollywood," was known for stylish accessories and had a taste for American watches, including Elgin. While not definitively photographed with one, collectors speculate he may have owned an Elgin among other brands.

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3. Frank Sinatra

Possibly owned: Elgin or Lord Elgin during the 1950s, as part of his broad collection of American watches.

• Why notable: Sinatra’s influence on mid-century fashion made any watch he wore a cultural reference point.

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4. Elvis Presley

• Rumored Link: Elvis owned many watches, and while his most famous is the Hamilton Ventura, some vintage dealers and enthusiasts claim he may have worn or gifted Elgin watches in his early career, though this remains unconfirmed.

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5. Robert Mitchum

• Watch: Mitchum was seen wearing a classic mid-century dress watch, which some collectors have identified as a Lord Elgin in certain 1950s films. Again, documentation is scarce, but possible.

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Bonus: Military Figures & Civilians

• During WWI and WWII, many actors-turned-soldiers like Henry Fonda, Paul Newman, or Charlton Heston may have worn Elgin watches as part of standard military gear (A-11 watches, etc.).