July 2011

Hamilton Franklin

Bidders suggested this Franklin wristwatch has extreme popularity. I don’t rememberanother Hamilton that brought as many bidders as this one. Hamilton would take orders  for completed watches with different facesand components likes straps. This one has a 980 movement, individual numerals, and a classic (even for the 1930’s) face. It’s gold filled. Copyright 2006-2017 |

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Hamilton Eaton

Eaton The Eaton is a moderately available model. Gold filled, but a handsome design with a Butler finished dial, separate 18K gold applied numerals and hands. The entire case is covered with gold. It has a 982 movement. Occasionally, you can find this watch on eBay for a steal, so look out, I will buy

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Hamilton Essex

 The Essex is one of the most popular Hamilton Wristwatches. Some people refer to it as a “driver”and in fact, Hamilton re-issued it in the mid 1980’s as a driver with a standard face – gold numerals and hands with the Butler face. Something else to note, besides the fancy lugs and tank watch form,

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