This is a Hamilton watch manufactured when Société Suisse pour l’Industrie Horlogère owned Hamilton. SSIH released recast wristwatches made from the company’s original molds. This particular model is a duplicate of the Wilshire with a black face and renamed “Tuxedo”. It has a large quartz movement. It is an attractive timepiece made in 1985. I’m […]

This is an essential watch for any Hamilton collection. The company manufactured the cld (sealed) series in its intent to produce the first waterproof wristwatch. Hamilton produced the Langdon between 1949-52. This Langdon has its original dial, which is a testament to cld design. The patina over the Butler finish has spread evenly. With the

These are popular collectors items from the Art deco Period. The Square B is one of original art deco styled wristwatches. Hamilton’s made six styles including the Cushion , the Square, Barrel, Tonneau, Rectangular, and Oval. Copyright 2006-2017 | All Rights Reserved

This post is actually superseded by Post Number 224. You will find a compilation of Hamilton Watch Company Technical  Data sheets from 1930 – 1946 in a single PDF. Consider it a service manual. It gives much further detail on Grade 980-982 movements. Copyright 2006-2017 | All Rights Reserved

The rare and high sought after, seldom seen Hamilton 401 movements were size 12/0 and the predecessor to the 980 14/0 movements. Copyright 2006-2017 | All Rights Reserved