Hamilton Watch Company, which was a major American watch manufacturer that was known for its innovative designs and produced a wide range of high-quality timepieces from the late 19th century to the late 20th century.
"The rich design of the Forbes is indicative of its owner's good taste"
HAMILTON
1949 Forbes
Cal. 747
Wristwatch
This beautiful timepiece is a vintage Hamilton Forbes wristwatch dated from 1949. This model where produced only between the years 1948 to 1951.
It is a manual-wind watch powered with an original Hamilton movement grade 747, 17 jewels, adjusted, 8/0s, sub second hand, made in U.S.A.
Cased in a 25.5x26.8mm rectangle case and fancy stepped lug design, all in 14K yellow gold filled. Domed crystal.
Champagne dial (showing some patina) featuring gold Arabic Numerals, black minute track and gold matching hands. The small-second is located at 6 o'clock position. The dial is also signed with the Hamilton name on top.
It comes with a brand-new brown textured two-piece leather strap. Also, it is coming with the original Hamilton box.
After 75 years, it is a very attractive looking watch! Runs very well and keeps great time!
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any questions or respectful offers.
Movement:
Hamilton
U.S.A. Grade 747
17 Jewels
Y210888
Case Back Signed:
Hamilton W. Co.
Lancaster, PA.
Wadsworth
14K Gold Filled
J028619
Measurements (mm):
Case 25.5x26.8
Case w/crown 27.4
Case Lug to Lug 35.4
Case Thickness 11.7
Lug Width 18
Band Width 18
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
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The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
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It will be carefully packed.
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