In 1914, Hamilton produced 1500 Size 16 railroad watches for workers not required to own certified models. The next year, Hamilton named this model the No. 956 and it became one of the most popular pocket watches in the Hamilton catalog. Between 1914 and 1924, Hamilton sold 51,300 No. 956 watches.  The No. 956 met the standards set by the industry at a medium price point. It had these features: It was American-made. had an open-faced dials with the stem at 12 o’clock position, a minimum of 17 jewels, bold Arabic numerals, second dial, heavy hands, a lever used to set the time, a Breguet balance spring, micrometer adjustment regulator, double roller and steel escape wheel. It didn’t require weekly checks or five adjustable positions, which made the No. 956 affordable. This was one of the last No. 956 watches made in the final year of production on June 6, 1924. It had these specifications:  Hamilton Watch Company of Lancaster, PA This was a good example of No. 956 watch: very good vintage condition and a nicely running movement that kept good time. You might want to keep an eye out for a model like this as a keepsake. |
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