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 […]
Hamilton Langdon ‘cld’ Sealed 1948-52 Read More »
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
Square B Plain and Engraved 1927-27 Read More »
This post is actually superseded by Post Number 224.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
Something about the Hamilton 982 movement Read More »
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
Rare Hamilton 401 Series Byrd, Andrews and Ericsson Read More »
Before I answer that, I should tell you Hamilton brought out it’s most famous line of watches in 1937 and the 987A movement powered them all. The nine famous 987 watches from 1937 include the Reagan, Endicott, Sidney, Dodson, Medwick, Heyward, Watson, Meritt and Bagle Hamilton stopped all consumer production at the end of 1941
What makes 1937 Hamilton watches so special? Read More »
