Offered here is a very attractive vintage Hamilton Clinton featuring the desirable and difficult-to-find stainless steel case. The watch presents exceptionally well for its age and is a strong example of one of Hamilton’s classic early wristwatch designs. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they provide the best representation of the watch’s overall condition.
Dial: The silver-colored dial is fitted with elegant 18K white gold applied hour markers, complemented by steel hands and a recessed subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o’clock. The combination gives the watch a refined, unmistakably vintage appearance.
Crystal: The watch is fitted with a pressure-fit acrylic crystal that remains very clean, with no significant scratches or blemishes.
Case: The signed Hamilton Watch Company, Lancaster, Pennsylvania case is constructed in stainless steel and features a snap-back design. Measurements are approximately 36.6mm from lug to lug and 30mm across the case, not including the crown. The case is in excellent overall condition and retains the distinctive U-shaped lugs that help define the Clinton model.
Movement: Inside is Hamilton’s respected 17-jewel caliber 747 manual-wind movement, signed Hamilton Watch Company. The movement has recently been serviced and is currently running well and keeping good time.
Overall, this is a particularly appealing example of the Hamilton Clinton, made even more desirable by its early stainless steel construction. With its classic proportions, attractive dial configuration, distinctive lugs, and freshly serviced Hamilton movement, it would make an excellent addition to any serious vintage Hamilton or American watch collection.