Hamilton 917 from 1947

$1,649.00

This timepiece is a pocket watch conversion, and the movement can be seen through the caseback. The timepiece features 17 jewels, a metal dial with golden indices, and an antimagnetic movement.

*Every detail—from servicing, restoring, repairing and casing—is completed in our shop in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA*

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This timepiece is a pocket watch conversion, and the movement can be seen through the caseback. The timepiece features 17 jewels, a metal dial with golden indices, and an antimagnetic movement.

*Every detail—from servicing, restoring, repairing and casing—is completed in our shop in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA*

This timepiece is a pocket watch conversion, and the movement can be seen through the caseback. The timepiece features 17 jewels, a metal dial with golden indices, and an antimagnetic movement.

*Every detail—from servicing, restoring, repairing and casing—is completed in our shop in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA*

Hamilton Watch Co. was in operation from 1892-1969 and manufactured some of the highest end, most accurate watches ever produced. Manufacturing of Hamilton watches took place at their facility in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

This Hamilton timepiece, crafted in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and completed in 1947, is powered by the 917 grade—a 17-jewel in-house movement produced between 1936 and 1954. This watch exemplifies Hamilton's precision craftsmanship. The movement components were designed to be antimagnetic, incorporating low iron content. Because of this low iron content, we are unable to apply thermal coloring to the movement hardware, preserving its original appearance. The watch hands retain their original golden finish and have not been restored, maintaining their authentic charm. The dial is in excellent condition, showcasing incredible golden Arabic numerals that glisten beautifully in the light. The hands offer exceptional contrast against the dial, creating a truly stunning visual effect.

The timepiece is housed in a new 316L stainless steel wristwatch conversion case, designed with adjustable lugs for easy winding and setting, ensuring a comfortable fit across various wrist sizes. The case is equipped with front, back, and crown gaskets, providing water resistance up to 50 meters, although we recommend removing the watch before water activities. The watch is fully serviced and ready for your upcoming adventures.

Watch Performance

  • Accuracy: +/- 10 seconds per day

  • Amplitude: 275 degrees

  • Beat Error: 1.5 ms

  • Frequency: 18,000 (5 beats per second)

  • Power Reserve: 24-30 hours

  • Complication: Sub second hand

 

Watch Specifications

  • Manufacture: Hamilton

  • Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania

  • Year Manufactured: 1947

  • Dial Material: Metal

  • Jewels: 17 jewels

  • Case Diameter: 44 mm

  • Front Crystal: Domed AR coated sapphire

  • Back Crystal: Flat AR coated sapphire

  • Case Material: 316L stainless

  • Lug width: 22 mm

  • Lug to Lug: 47 mm (52 mm with crown)

  • Height: 13 mm

  • Original Case Included: No

  • Serial Number: X138807

  • Water Resistance: 50 meters

  • Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty

All Frett & Co. Clockworks watches come with a full 1-year warranty unless otherwise stated.