Hamilton Torpedo Boat Watch

Description:

Hamilton Torpedo Boat Watch, Serial #1,260,412, by Hamilton Watch Company, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with case marked C.W.C. Co., Trade Mark, Sterling, 79729, the dial with Arabic numerals, 56 hour up-down indicator, seconds dial and marked Hamilton, 36-size, 21 jewel movement with bi-metallic balance, the rear plate marked Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, PA, 21 Jewels, Adjusted 5 Positions, Motor Barrel, Double Roller, 1260412 in a mahogany inner case with viewing glass and padded outer case with leather strap, dial dia. 2 1/4 in.

Literature: Marvin E. Whitney, Military Timepieces, pp. 384-385.
Estimate $5,500-6,500

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