For sale we have a beautiful 1958 Lord Elgin model 7514. It has a rare and well-designed 10k solid gold case manufactured by Schwab & Wuischpard. To the rear is a presentation engraving for anniversary of work at the Ford Motor Co, with Henry Ford II engraved signature. The case was manufactured with no expenses spared. It is a thick and well-crafted case with complicated lines. It has a deep gold tone to it with a polished finish. It measures 22mm by 30mm, with a lug-to-lug length of 37mm. It wears well on a gents wrist, particularly with a suitable bracelet, such as the one it is on. 
 
The dial has a silver satin finish and has a classic Mid Century Modern design. It has Arabic numerals in a stylised font, alternating with arrow markers. It has a simple sub-second dial and Lord Elgin signing. The hands are of facetted dauphine style and were very popular during the era.
 
The engraving is a presentation for 35 years of service. It is very well executed, with a clear font. The Henry Ford II signing is in the style of his signature which is an excellent touch. It states “Presented by Ford Motor Co. To Andrew W. Stewart on his 35th Anniversary 1923-1958 – Henry Ford II”.
 
Inside the watch continues to impress. The movement is of exceptional quality. The movement is an Elgin calibre 730. It is the top grade of this calibre with a jewel count of 23, being marked 6 adjustments. It has a highly unusual DuraBalance regulation system. It is keeping time to within +20 seconds a day. 
 
The watch is presented on a period / potentially original Spiedal expanding 10k gold filled bracelet.
 
Lord Elgin watches are of an excellent quality and are collectable. 10k solid gold cased Elgin watches are uncommon. With Ford presentation engravings they are even more uncommon. They are particularly popular due to the association with Americas largest motor vehicle company. The Henry Ford II signature in his hand writing is particularly pleasing. 
 
Full condition report below. Please see the images as these compliment and aid the description provided.
 
Dial: 
The dial is original and is in good condition. It has a silver satin finish. It has some small scratches to the finish. 
 
Hands: 
The hands are original and are of facetted dauphine style. The gold tone is good, and they are free of bending. They have some light scratching.  
 
Glass: 
The glass is original. It has some scratching to the centre which is visible in the images. 
 
Crown: 
The crown is original and functions well. It has light surface scratching.
 
Case:
The 10k gold case is in good original condition. It has a polished finish which has light surface scratching associated with age. 
 
Case back:
The case back is in good condition with brushed finish. It has light surface scratching. It has a presentation engraving.
 
Strap: 
The watch comes on a period / potentially original Speidel expanding band. It is good with no damage and only light surface scratching.
 
Movement: 
The movement is an Elgin calibre 730. It is the top grade of this calibre with a jewel count of 23, being marked 6 adjustments. It also has 3 cap jewel plates. It has a highly unusual DuraBalance regulation system. It is a very good movement. 
 
The service history is unknown, but the movement is in good condition and is functioning well. It’s keeping time to +20 seconds a day, with an amplitude of 280 degrees and a beat error of 0.1m/s.
 
Case dimensions:
Case width: 22mm
Case width with crown: 24mm
Case length: 29.75mm
Case length lug to lug: 37mm
Case Depth: 10mm
Lug width: 16mm