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Hello, Fellow Crunchers.
I’m needing your help in finding out what model of Hamilton this is. I’ve done some preliminary search and I wasn’t able to find a similar one. I’m inclined to say it’s late 50’s early 60’s, it’s a banger of piece and I would like to get my hands on one.
Thanks!
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Tony
Multifarious collector that enjoys a very expensive hobby. I enjoy the history of all the pieces I collect.
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7.00” / 17.78 cm
Google Lens says Hamilton Everest, an electronic precursor to quartz.
Yes, it’s a Hamilton Everest
This is one of several asymmetrical designs that housed the 500 / 500A / 505 electric movement. This same movement was in the original Pacer / Ventura.
The first watches with that movement were released in '57 after a ten year race to make a battery small enough. The movement is not the same as a quartz, and the 500s were very delicate.
There are a handful of watchmakers who specialise in these, it's probably worth doing some research to find them. I think there's quite a bit of knowledge posted online but I'd be looking for a specialist when it comes to the movement.
Looks like a Hamilton Electric!
I don't what model #hamilton it is but... OUCH!! did that crystal go to war with a garbage disposal. I hope you restore it and share pics! It looks like it would be an awesome (but perhaps expensive) project.
Google Lens says Hamilton Everest, an electronic precursor to quartz.
Super dope Jedi
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What happened to that dial?