Hamilton Grade 748 Military Trench Watch – Manual Wind | Black Dial | NATO Strap | Circa 1950
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Product Details
Hamilton Grade 748 Military Trench Watch – Manual Wind | Black Dial | NATO
Strap | Circa 1950
Rugged Military Style
with Classic Hamilton Craftsmanship
This Hamilton Grade 748 Military Trench Watch,
dating to circa 1950, captures the essence of mid-century military design with
its compact size, high-contrast dial, and dependable manual wind movement.
Originally inspired by earlier trench watches
used in military settings, this piece features a black dial with bold Arabic
numerals, a center sweep seconds hand, and a
durable white
base metal case. Fitted with a green NATO strap,
it offers both comfort and an authentic field-watch aesthetic.
The case remains in very good condition,
showing honest wear consistent with age, along with a small testing mark that
does not affect performance—an expected trait in vintage military-style
timepieces.
Key Features
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Military-inspired trench watch design
- ⚙️
Hamilton Grade 748 manual wind movement
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18 jewel mechanical movement
- ⌚
Center sweep seconds hand
- 🖤
High-contrast black dial with Arabic numerals
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Fitted with green NATO strap for field-ready style
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Circa 1950 American watchmaking
Product Details
MAKE
- Manufacturer:
Hamilton
- Grade:
748
- Country:
USA
- Type:
Man’s Wristwatch
- Circa
Date: 1950
CASE
- Material:
White Base Metal
- Size:
32mm (excluding crown)
- Shape:
Round
- Case
Back: Screw-back
- Condition:
C3-16 – Very Good (worn with minor testing mark; does not affect function)
BAND
- Type:
Green NATO Strap
DIAL
- Color:
Black
- Numerals:
Arabic Numerals
- Hands:
Spade Hands
- Seconds:
Center Sweep
- Condition:
D3-36 – Very Good (later replacement dial)
MOVEMENT
- Type:
Mechanical, Manual Wind
- Jewels:
18 Jewels
- Escapement:
Lever Escapement
- Setting:
Stem Set
- Grade:
748
- Condition:
M3 – Very Good condition
Why This Hamilton
Military Watch Stands Out
The Hamilton Grade 748 is known for its
durability and practical design, making it well-suited for everyday wear. Its military-inspired
layout, featuring clear numerals and a center sweep seconds
hand, ensures excellent legibility—an essential trait for field watches.
Paired with a green NATO strap,
this watch delivers an authentic vintage military look while remaining
comfortable and versatile for modern use.
Collector Appeal
- Great example of a mid-century Hamilton military-style watch
- Desirable manual wind mechanical movement
- Attractive vintage field watch aesthetic
