Hamilton 950B Railroad Pocket Watch CA1957 23 Jewel Lever Set 16 Size

Product Overview

Offered here is a highly collectible antique Hamilton Watch Company 950B railroad pocket watch dating to circa 1957. Renowned for precision and reliability, the Hamilton 950B is considered one of the finest American railroad-grade pocket watches ever produced and remains a favorite among serious collectors and railroadiana enthusiasts.

This classic 16 size open face railroad watch is housed in a yellow gold filled case and features the clean, highly legible appearance demanded by railroad service watches. The off white double sunk melamine dial displays bold Arabic numerals and traditional spade hands for excellent readability.

Inside is a premium 23 jewel Hamilton lever set movement with bridge style layout and lever escapement, engineered to meet the strict standards required for railroad timekeeping accuracy during the golden age of American rail travel.

Its combination of historical importance, railroad heritage, and precision American craftsmanship makes this Hamilton 950B an exceptional addition to any antique pocket watch collection.

Detailed Specifications

Make & Origin

• Manufacturer: Hamilton Watch Company
• Model: 950B
• Country of Origin: USA
• Circa Date: 1957
• Serial Number: 521761
• Type: Men’s Railroad Pocket Watch

Case

• Size: 16 Size
• Style: Open Face
• Material: Yellow Gold Filled
• Decorations: Plain
• Condition: Very Good Condition with Multiple Dents

Dial

• Color: Off White
• Type: Double Sunk Melamine Dial
• Numerals: Arabic Numerals
• Hands: Spade Hands
• Condition: Very Good Condition with Two Hairlines

Movement

• Mechanical Manual Wind Movement
• 23 Jewels
• Lever Set
• Lever Escapement
• Nickel Movement
• Bridge Style Layout
• Signed Movement
• Condition: Very Good Condition

Features & Collector Appeal

• Authentic Hamilton 950B railroad-grade pocket watch
• Highly collectible American railroad timepiece
• Precision 23 jewel lever set movement
• Classic railroad dial configuration
• Desirable bridge style movement layout
• Large and easy-to-read 16 size case
• Excellent addition to railroadiana collections
• Strong historical and horological significance
• Produced during the final era of American railroad pocket watches