Modern pocket watches for sale the pocket watch guy. The year 1912 witnessed hamilton s first wristwatch design, and in 1928, hamilton acquired another leader in the field, the illinois watch company, which secured hamilton s status as a perennial presence in watchmaking history. Along with the rare white gf cross bar case we have a mint double sunk dial with a sunken subregister for the second hand and red minute markers every 5 minutes. When you find something you want to view later, put it in pocket.
Hamilton did however post 992b pocket watch adds in specific railroad magazines. The hamilton watch company was founded in 1892 and set out to serve the railroad market with accurate timepieces. The hamilton watch company had its genesis as an american watch design and manufacturing company, which incorporated in 1892 and produced its first watch in 1893. Grades commonly found paired with these cases are the 992, 992e, 992b, 950, and 950b. The 992b pocket watch movment is an improved version of the 992 but it did not sell as much because in the 1940s, when the 992b came to the market, the. The 15 cabinet that we are making in this booklet is the face frame style which means that there is a frame on the front of the cabinet as shown in fig. The inside of the case back would be clearly marked hamilton watch co. Among the brand names of railroad grade watches celebrated among railroaders were hamilton, illinois, elgin, howard, and waltham. This hamilton railroad service watch came with its original celluloid stamp holder. Vintage hamilton 992b pocket watch collectors weekly. After its formation, the hamilton watch company went on to manufacture and market pocket watches and wristwatches, ending american manufacture in 1969. See more ideas about railroad pocket watch, pocket.
Using a face frame is the traditional way of making cabinets and case furniture. A huntercase pocket watch with a springring chain is pictured at the top. The largest and most complete vintage watch online price guide of its kind. Hamilton 992b railroad pocket watch, hamilton railway special. From the very beginning, the focus was on quality and accuracy, and these principles have made hamilton the internationally renowned watch brand it is today. Original hamilton railroad yellow gold filled bar over crown 16 size pocket watch case with glass crystal. This demonstrates how to open the back of a stuck or cross threaded pocket watch case.
Great looking high 17 jewel hamilton 912 movement with serial number 3387680 and in running order. The specific definition of railroad grade evolved quite a bit over the years. Both grades could come in a model a or a no 2 case and the 992b had a couple of other case options too. Wadsworth white gf cross bar case 992 railroad pocket watch circa 1930. How to identify various types of pocketwatch cases. From its broadway limited series of pocket watches that became known as the watch of railroad accuracy, to the worlds first batterypowered and digital timepieces, hamilton has made several of the most dramatic changes to the horological landscape. Provides pictorial instructions on identification of the most common types of cases for vintage and antique pocketwatches. Palmer hamilton s revit and cad files for mobile tables, hive and other products. Hamilton watches are relatively easier to identify than the products of many other manufacturers. This timepiece is all original and in just excellent condition. I believe this watch is completely original, right down to the crystal. New listing antique hamilton pocket watch lancaster pa. This pocket watch still works and was built made tough.
This railroadapproved pocket watch movement was a favorite or railroad me due to its smaller 16 size smaller than 18 size anyway and its hamilton quality. In 1912, hamilton released its first series of pocket watches the broadway. Would you please let us know the movement and case serial numbers, type of case and style of dial. The hamilton 992 is the most successful of all hamilton pocket watch movements. While theres no magical formula for quickly identifying hamilton watches, identification is simplified significantly by the fact that hamilton named their models and, for the most part, stuck to unique names. The celluloid stamp holder is in good condition with a split on one side. Learn about vintage and antique pocket watches all about vintage pocket watch dials part 2 dial styles, ornate dials, railroad dials, and hamilton melamine dials. Very nice gold filled hamilton railroad model case. Introduction to basic cabinetmaking using pocketscrew. Hamilton pocket watch rr grade 14k gold filled hamilton pocket watch rr grade 14k gold filled case marked on dial hamilton this model has a bar over the crown. Railroadgrade watches had to meet strict guidelines to ensure their reliability and accuracy. Hamilton did sell some of their better 16 size movements as complete cased watches and it is believed that all of the grade 994 movements were sold cased by the factory. We also understand less than 100 of the 93017 jewel were. Antique mechanical pocket watch repair, cleaning, repair.
We are known for the highest performance standards and swiss made movements. Denying hamiltons motion for summary judgment, judge alison nathan held that the case at trial will turn on facts bearing on the issue of. Today, under the hamilton name swiss quartz watches of good quality are still being offered. A price guide to clocks i n this guide we will examine several of the different types of pocket watch likely to be encountered by the average collector at clock fairs.
Its in great condition with minor wear to the back of the case. Collectible 1926 hamilton 992 railroad pocket watch. The model 4992b was in a 16 size case, with a black dial. The watch is in excellent working condition, meticulous and has been well cared for. This is a quality old watch from one of americas premier watch manufacturers. This is what has made hamilton the internationally renowned watch brand it is today. Elgin, hamilton, hampden, howard, illinois, new york standard, rockford, seth thomas, south bend and waltham. This example is obviously original because the case and movement serial numbers are noted on the hamilton guarantee certificate, which was found in the original box. Its watches had 42hour mainsprings, with 17 jewels in their isochronous movements. In both styles of watchcases, the subseconds dial was always at the 6 oclock position. Hamilton watch identification guide waterstone watches. Antique hamilton pocket watch repair, mechanical hamilton. Below is a picture of the serial number on the pocket watch case. The rugged, precision watch that hamilton produced became a favorite among railroad watch inspectors and personnel.
Railroad grade pocket watches explained the vortic blog. Hamilton watches are innovative, iconic and known for american spirit and swiss precision. This case would be great for 16 size hamilton 992bs, 950. This is a secometer hamilton with rotating seconds dial. The watch is a 21 jeweled pocket watch in working order. Cabinet types are usually divided into two different construction methods. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches.
Antique pocket watch collections for beginners gary. Vintage hamilton advertisements, pocket watch adds most of the larger pocket watch adds from hamilton are for watches that predated the 992b. Hamilton pocket watch serial numbers use this table to look up the serial number of your hamilton pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. Some say one of the best railroad time keeping watches the hamilton 992b.
A railroad grade pocket watch is simply a watch that was approved by a particular railroad organization for use by conductors on their rail. Hamilton continued to operate and build both pocket watches and wristwatches in the us until 1969 when the us company ceased operation. Pocketwatch 101 how to identify pocket watch case types. It is made with a restored, railroadera movement i. Hamilton mens watches chronograph, quartz and automatic.
In fulfilling the railroads requirements for accuracy, it also filled the needs of the general public for a. Complement the pocket watches with other accessories and your outfit. Hamilton model 950 pocket watch national museum of american. Founded in lancaster, pennsylvania, in 1892, hamilton watches are an american classic. Get the best deal for hamilton pocket watches from the largest. The first series of hamilton pocket watches with the title the watch of railroad accuracy. Shop forand learn aboutantique hamilton pocket watches. Over 14,000 listings of actual watches that have been sold by us and selected auction results since 1998. The brand has so many different styles and types of watches that many. This is a fully functioning beautiful 1942 dated example of the hamilton u.
Porcelain enamel dial has a tiny flaw near the center hole. The case is the bar over crown type,almost pristine condition i added a pic of. Product title handwinding mechanical pocket watch open face silve. Hamilton 992b beginning to end nawcc message board. S army air force gct navigation watch type an 5740. Click here to read about using cerium oxide to remove etch marks from glass crystals. And, contrary to common belief, there were many regulations in place before webb c. Use this table to look up the serial number of your hamilton pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. There are many antiques and modern creations to consider.
This is for use on gold filled or base metal pocket watch cases. Supreme silver tone open face case with a beautiful etched. I understand hamilton kept ledgers to a certain time of who they sold their watches. Hamilton pocket watch railroad 992 21jewel 10k gold filled. The item hamilton rare secometer pocket watch stamped hamilton case in wooden box is in sale since tuesday, october. As used by navigators on b17 flying fortress and b24 liberator this is a fully functioning hamilton an5740 pocket watch with steel carry case.
We create automatic, mechanical and quartz watches, mens and womens watches. Beautifully polished open face 10k yellow gold case, size 16. Being a well respected and highly collected railroad watch, i thought. Palmer hamiltons revit and cad files for mobile tables, hive and other products. An incredible reference over 500 new additions a year with new items added daily. When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case.
The first model of pocket watch produced by hamilton, style 936, came to market in november 1893. Hamilton was founded in lancaster, pennsylvania and began producing pocket watches. Hamilton was founded in lancaster, pennsylvania in the u. You may download the appchoices app at to opt out in. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches primarily for railroad workers. Watches listed by case metal, brand name, model, sales price and most importantly with a full professional description including condition, movement caliber, etc. Ventilators by type hamiltong5 hamiltonc3 hamiltonc1 hamiltonc1 neo hamiltonc1 for longterm acute care hamiltont1 for transport. Being 16 size, a 950b would fit in any 16 size case.
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