Hamilton - No reserve price - Men - 1900-1949

A charming vintage Hamilton manual-winding wristwatch featuring a distinctive Art Deco rectangular design, a warm champagne-tone dial, and elegant Arabic numeral hour markers.
The dial features the Hamilton signature, complemented by classic hands and a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at 6 o’clock. The naturally aged dial displays an attractive vintage patina that reflects the character and history of this timepiece.
One of the most distinctive features of this watch is its articulated hinged lug design, giving the rectangular case an elegant architectural appearance typical of Hamilton dress watches from this period.
The watch is fitted with a gold-tone expandable metal bracelet, complementing the warm appearance of the case and dial.
The case back features a personal presentation engraving reading “TO M. SHIMIZU FROM ADOLF MARCH 1976,” adding an interesting historical character to the watch. Please note that this engraving date does not represent the manufacturing date of the watch.
Please carefully examine all photographs for the watch’s condition.
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Condition Details
Vintage Hamilton wristwatch
Manual-winding mechanical watch
Art Deco rectangular case design
Champagne-tone dial
Arabic numeral hour markers
Subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock
Articulated hinged lug design
Gold-tone case
Gold-tone expandable metal bracelet
Visible patina, spotting, scratches, and aging on the dial
Scratches and signs of wear on the case consistent with age
Personal presentation engraving on the case back
Case back engraving dated March 1976
Vintage condition
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Measurements
Case width: approximately 25.3 mm (excluding crown)
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Estimated Year
Circa 1940s
The design is consistent with Hamilton rectangular dress watches from the 1940s. Comparable Wilshire examples are documented with hinged/articulated lugs and manual-winding movements from this period.
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Accessories
Watch only
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Function / Inspection

The watch is currently running and functioning properly.

Please note: Due to the age and pre-owned nature of the watch, long-term accuracy, power reserve, water resistance, and future performance cannot be guaranteed.

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Shipping & Customs

This item will be shipped from Japan via international shipping with tracking.

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