Hamilton Gr. 974 Pocket Watch CA1919 | 17 Jewel, 16 Size
ITEM-2651
Product Details
Manufactured by the Hamilton Watch Company in 1919, this Grade 974 pocket watch represents one of the firm's dependable mid-grade movements from the golden age of American watchmaking. Housed in a 16-size yellow gold filled open face case, the watch displays the clean, purposeful styling that made Hamilton timepieces highly respected among both railroad men and everyday users during the early twentieth century.
The watch is powered by a signed 17 jewel lever set movement featuring a
nickel ¾-plate layout and lever escapement. Hamilton movements of this period
earned a reputation for quality construction, precise manufacturing, and
reliable timekeeping, qualities that helped establish the company's standing as
one of America's premier watch manufacturers.
The white single sunk porcelain dial is fitted with bold Arabic numerals and
traditional spade hands, creating excellent legibility while preserving the
classic appearance sought by collectors. The dial remains in very good
condition with only faint hairlines visible upon close inspection.
The yellow gold filled case is likewise in very good condition, exhibiting
honest wear consistent with careful ownership over the past century. Its plain
design allows the focus to remain on the watch's mechanical quality and
historical significance.
Today, the Hamilton Grade 974 remains a desirable collectible for
enthusiasts of American pocket watches, offering an attractive combination of
Hamilton craftsmanship, lever set operation, and early twentieth-century
horological history. This 1919 example presents an excellent opportunity to
acquire an authentic Hamilton pocket watch from one of the most celebrated eras
of American watch production.
Details:
MAKE
Manufacturer: Hamilton
Model: Gr. 974
Country: USA
Type: Open Face
Serial #: 1345485
Circa Date: 1919
CASE
Size: 16 Size.
Style: Open Face.
Material: Yellow Gold Filled.
Decorations: Plain.
Conditions: C 3 (The
case is in Very Good condition)
DIAL
Color: White.
Type: Single Sunk Porcelain Dial.
Numerals: Arabic Numerals.
Hands: Spade Hands.
Conditions: D 3-50 (The dial is in Very Good condition –
hairline(s) barely visible)
MOVEMENT
Jewels: 17 Jewels.
Setting: Lever Set.
Escapement: Lever Escapement.
Material: Nickel.
Layout: ¾-Plate Layout.
Signed: Yes.
Conditions: M 3 (The movement is in Very Good
condition
