Vintage 1944 Hamilton Military Issue Chronograph Pocket Watch Model 23 Chrome

Product Description

• Item: Pocket Watch

• Brand: Hamilton

• Model: Military Issue

• Movement: Chronograph

• Case Material: Chrome

• Production Year: 1944

• Country: USA

• Jewels: 19J

• Gender: Unisex

• Grade: Model 23

Product Measurements

• Diameter: 50.5mm

Product Condition

• Overall Condition: Good, overall condition for its age.

• Functions: Running and keeping time. Slow 1 Seconds a Day, Amplitude 291, Beat Error 0.1

• Case: There are scratches on the case.

• Crystal: There are scratches on the crystal.

• Dial: The dial has spotting.

• Additional Information: This has had the case back converted to a crystal. The Hamilton Model 23 Military Chronograph pocket watch is a highly sought-after vintage timepiece originally issued by the U.S. military during World War II, primarily for air and marine navigation. The watch is known for its durable construction and complex chronograph (stopwatch) mechanism.

• About the brand: Producing their first pocket watches in Lancaster, PA as early as 1892, Hamilton watches are one of the most recognizable American watch brands. While they moved production of their watches to Switzerland in 1969, the American catalog of Hamilton watches is impressive. Recognizable models such as the Ventura, worn by Elvis Presley, and their WW2 military issue “Khaki” watches, Hamilton still enjoys a large presence in the market today. Offering both well made modern pieces and a backlog of wonderful vintage items - Hamilton offers much for the vintage and modern collector.