I have a 1901 hamilton model 940 pocket watch, 21j, base. The watch is a 21 jeweled pocket watch in working order. Hamilton 917 gold filled pocket watch excellent condition. Hamilton railroad watches such as this model are eagerly sought by. How to determine the value of hamilton vintage pocket. Value guide for estate and antique jewelry heritage auctions. Use this table to look up the serial number of your hamilton pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. No watches were harmed in the making of this video.
This case would be great for 16 size hamilton 992bs, 950. The champagne dial is excellent with applied hour markers. Watches are guaranteed to be in running order, if described as such, at the time of listing only. The purpose of this maintenance parts catalog is to make easy the ordering of parts which may be required for the hamilton model 4992b, master navigation watch.
The 917 was produced for 20 year thats longer than any wrist watch movement. Vintage 14k gold hamilton pocket watch model 917 17 jewels lukens steel co. This is a 10 kt gold filled case pocket watch and the condition is very good for its age. The 992b and 950b measure up to this reputation as do many of the other hamilton grades.
During world war ii, hamilton shifted its production almost exclusively to watches for the military. Get the best deals on hamilton pocket watch movements when you shop the largest online selection at. Vintage 14k solid gold hamilton 917 pocket watch original box working. Brand hamilton, model 917 hamilton pocket watch description. The first model of pocket watch produced by hamilton, style 936, came to market in november 1893. How to determine the value of a pocket watch catawiki.
The case and dial present very well and the movement is running strongly and keeping time. Its also got another seventy years of life left to go, and all the working parks to boot. I wasnt aware at the time that this movement was part of a soughtafter movement family 917, 921, 923 numbered for their jeweling. Get the best deal for hamilton pocket watches from the largest online selection at. Hamilton grade catalog national association of watch and. We are very happy to be able to offer for sale a beautiful antique high grade hamilton railroad pocket watch, size 16, model 992, lever set stem wind.
Hamilton 917 pocket watch serial numbers gold pocket watch, gold watch. Hamilton pocketwatch to wristwatch conversion of a hamilton. Hamilton pocket watches exhibit the style and quality on which the company built its reputation. Find the part you need in the figures below and using the part index number, refer to the associated group assembly parts list to find the part name and hamilton part number. A closeup view of a hamilton 18 size 924 export model marked usa pocket watch movement. I did not see anything fall out, but apparently something came loose. Hamilton watches all prices for hamilton watches on chrono24. Thanks for visiting my vintage hamilton watch blog. Heres an up to date reference of pocket watch prices taken from sales on ebay that will help you to research real time prices this page will eventually grow to be quite long, so rather than rearange everything into pocket watch makes, heres a handy search tool for this page only.
Used without permission, from sears the original version of this chart is located here. The 917 grade was introduced in 1935 and was the replacement for the prior 12 size entry level pocket watch, the 912. Hamilton open face antique pocket watches with 17 jewels for. Hamilton, hamden, howard, illinois pocket watches sizes 18, 16, 14 and 12 sizes. Do you have any idea as to how old it might be or the model number. Request a free appraisal from the experts at heritage auctions. Vintage hamilton advertisements, pocket watch adds most of the larger pocket watch adds from hamilton are for watches that predated the 992b. Pocket watch grades what do they mean and how can i determine mine. Antique french boulle clock rare minute size boudoir signed hamilton.
Discover fantastic hamilton pocket watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches large selection secure purchases. The hamilton watch company was considered to be americas premier watch maker. After its formation, the hamilton watch company went on to manufacture and market pocket watches and wristwatches, ending american manufacture in 1969. If youre lucky enough to have procured a hamilton pocket watch, you know that the timepiece in your possession is more than just something that tells you hours, minutes and seconds.
Can someone provide the date for a hamilton 917 with the serial number x168024. A closeup view of a hamilton 12 size 945 pocket watch movement. There were a number of improvements introduced with the 917, including the elinvar hairspring and a monometallic balance. This unit is used but has been tested and is in good working order. How to determine the value of hamilton vintage pocket watches. The nongimballed watch was in the form of a large pocket watch in a rectangular padded wooden case, while the gimballed watch was contained in a small threepart cubical. A world war istyle hamilton 992 pocket watch, with its gold lettering and center wheels, is one of the most collected watches in the united states. No personal information is collected on this site all credit purchases are redirected to paypal a secure site.
X101608 was from the first postwar group of grade 917 watches made c. 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. Pocket watch grades what do they mean and how can i. Antique mechanical pocket watch repair, cleaning, repair. This pocket watch still works and was built made tough. Hamilton 17 jewels antique pocket watches with 12hour. A closeup view of a hamilton 10 size 923 pocket watch movement. I have a couple questions on a pocket watch that was my great grandfathers.
Dont ever go by a rule of higher the number the better the grade because companies like hamilton will prove you wrong. How i take apart a pocket watch, hamilton 917 youtube. For sale is this circa 1950s, near mint condition, 14k solid yellow gold hamilton pocket watch. Vintage 14k gold hamilton pocket watch model 917 17 jewels. A hamilton 917 pocket watch movement, transplanted into a wristwatch case. This watch is 81 years old and still keeps good time. This hamilton railroad service watch came with its original celluloid stamp holder. Do you often wonder what the actual value of antique pocket watches is. Were having a little project and we want you to participate. Hamilton model 992 railroad pocket watch in rare model 4 case circa 1927. Hamilton vintage pocket watch 10s 17j grade 917 mod 1 14kgf wadsworthham case. Hamilton military parts supplying material for the hamilton model 21 marine chronometer, model 22 deck watch, and military 16 size watches model 23, 2992b, 4992b, 2974b, as well as some 950b and 992b material.
International postage items may be subject to customs processing depending on the items customs value. It had a damaged hair spring that i could not fix so i had to buy a parts movement for a good hairspring, now after cleaning and oiling its running, need to know correct bph watch is so far off timeagrapher machine cant help me. Identify tractor by model number info gathered by mark rideout. The adds for the general public posted from the 1940s and 1950s when 992b was in production were for wrist watches. Hamilton wrist watches and pocket watches were produced in america from 1893 to 1969. Classifying a hamilton watch by determining its condition and whether its original or restored helps to determine its value and collectability. Oct 01, 2014 minor problem with the toothpick but no harm done. Vintage 10k gf 1953 hamilton 917 pocket watch serviced. The company was established in lancaster, pennsylvania in 1892 and continued us production up to around 1969 with a total of 12,803,207 timepieces produced overall.
The following pricing is a guideline of what your pocket watch may need to again become a beautiful and dependable daily companion. Hamilton pocketwatch to wristwatch conversion of a. When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case. Ballhamilton model 999h brotherhood of railroad trainmen no reserve. Original hamilton railroad yellow gold filled bar over crown 16 size pocket watch case with glass crystal. Shop forand learn aboutantique hamilton pocket watches. Identify tractor by model number sears tractor manuals.
That being said, according to serial number x48 you have a 10 size 17 jewels grade 917 open face stem winding and pendant set watch, nickel plate finish, double roller, produced between 1937 and 1954. I had it serviced in 20 and then put it back into my display cupboard, so it has been well taken care of. Make offer hamilton model 22 chronometer movement holder. We are the largest supply house for hamilton military material. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton. Hamilton 992b railroad pocket watch, hamilton railway special. You are bidding on hamilton 917 movement with crown only. Mn asked, wondering if he had heard the student in front of him right. Many consider the hamilton pocket watch to be the finest railroad grade watch. Hamilton did however post 992b pocket watch adds in specific railroad magazines.
Hamilton 14k gold filled 917 pocket watch original box. Hamilton model 23 military chronograph was widely used during wwii as a navigators stopwatch. Hamilton continues in switzerland as part of the swatch group. Find the value of estate jewelry and vintage and custom jewelry easy as 123. Woody auction reserves the right, at our complete discretion, to refuse admission to the premises or participation in any. Casker is a leading supplier of pocket watch parts to professional horologists. New listingvintage hamilton railway special 10k gold filled pocket watch runs 992 b model. Get the best deals on hamilton 17 jewels antique pocket watches with 12hour dial when. If you have a pocket watch made by one of these big names, you could be destined for a high figure sale. I bought a watch lot early this year that had a pocket watch in it, a hamilton 917.
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. Its a classic piece of handcrafted machinery made by a. The case is 55mm across and it is signed keystone, j. A closeup view of a hamilton 10 size 921 pocket watch movement. In 1892, when it became the hamilton watch company, the quality became increasingly better. Next, search the heritage auctions archives to find the value of similar items sold at auction. How to classify a vintage hamilton watch our pastimes. A more detailed serial numberdate list shows that your grandfathers hamilton grade 917, ser. By wars end,531 gimballed watches and 9780 nongimballed watchers had been delivered. The site below might let you get a guess as to the value of it. Over 14,000 listings of actual watches that have been sold by us and selected auction results since 1998. Have hamilton railroad pocket watch, grade 950, 23 jewel. This hamilton is one of those rare pieces, and its got more bling and pomp and circumstance than most of us could hope to heading into our seventies. He converted it into a flieger watch and gave me it as an early christmas present over the weekend.
These unmatched timepieces were created so brilliantly that its not uncommon for them to perform dependably for several lifetimes. Get the best deals on hamilton antique pocket watches when you. A grade is just a way of trying to know if a model is better than another one within a company but can be limited to only that company. Stories news how to determine the value of a pocket watch. Based on the superreliable 992b with elinvar hairspring and monometallic balance, the mod 23 adds a chronograph mechanism, making it one of the most complicated watches produced by hamilton. Value guide for estate and antique jewelry what is my antique jewelry worth. This movement is in excellent condition and is housed in one the most desired wadsworth art deco white gold filled case. Click on the hailton button on the left and scroll down for examples of pocket watches.
Whats it worth accidents led to official railroad watches, time. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches primarily for railroad workers. Get the best deal for hamilton pocket watches from the. How i assemble a pocket watch, hamilton 917 youtube. Bean x hamilton pocket watch 1970 70s vintage model men accessory rare fs.
Elgin and hamilton are also prolific watch manufacturing companies who both ceased business in the 60s. Escapement jewel for genuine wwii world war 2 hamilton model 21 ship chronometer. If your watch isnt in poor condition as most 70 year old watches are, expect to pay less. Railroadgrade watches had to meet strict guidelines to ensure their reliability and accuracy. Hamilton pocket watch parts casker jewelers supplies. Postworld war i vintage hamilton pocket watches, designed for the elite, feature expensive mechanical parts, including gold screws, wheel sets, and cases. The largest and most complete vintage watch online price guide of its kind. My buddy came across a late 1930s hamilton pocket watch with a wonderful 917 movement recently. This 14k gold filled case holds a 17 jewel movement, a 917. A closeup view of a hamilton 10 size 917 pocket watch movement. The nickel movement is adjusted to 3 positions and has solid gold jewel settings. I have a 1901 hamilton model 940 pocket watch, 21j, base metal, and in very fine condition. Get the best deal for vintage hamilton pocket watch from the.
Regardless of the hamilton pocket watch that you own, know that its a spectacular timepiece that can again be a faithful daily companion. Antique hamilton model 940 pocket watch 21 jewels 18 size sn 240197 ca. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches. The case measures just over 1 34 diameter and has a. I have an old pocket watch that was handed down to me from my.
Discover a large selection of hamilton watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. Every watch i accept for restoration is fully disassembled. An 18size, 17jewel pocket watch, this style can be identified by its engraved serial number included on the inner watch works. According to antique pocket watch, an online watch publication, testament to the quality of the watches it produced is the fact that most of its watches ended up being bought for use on the railways. The current condition of your pocket watch will determine all. Free shipping when you pay by check or money order. Its watches had 42hour mainsprings, with 17 jewels in their isochronous movements. Antique hamilton pocket watch repair, mechanical hamilton.
Watches by hourminsec hamilton pocket watch grade 917 10. Oct 02, 2009 vintage hamilton gold filled pocket watch. Mar 03, 2014 the hamilton watch company began delivery of their model 22 watch in june 1942. There are numerous different types of vintage hamilton wrist watches bought and sold online and from vintage watch collectors and specialists. He also included a selection of colored leather straps so i can change things up if desired. Ive a considerable archive of authentic hamilton pocket watch replacement parts from all eras should we need them in the support of the repair of your hamilton pocket. Pocket watch movement 10s hamilton 917 17 jewels 3 adj. Hamilton pocket watches archives the pocket watch guy. Jun 02, 2010 you dont give enough information to get a guess as to what it might be worth. Hamilton pocket watch repair hamilton pocket watches have long been considered some of the most refined instruments ever made. With all the internet sites that show various hamilton pocket watch serial numbers, why does it seem so difficult to find the movement 917 data. Apr, 2014 i did a post earlier this month on the model 916 pocket watch movement. Great looking pocket watch for the person who has all kinds of wrist watches, but not a pocket watch. She was a little nervous to ask the librarian, but the other girls had pushed her forward before she could argue.
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