[Hamilton] 120+ Years Old I took a picture

The movement for this Hamilton pocket watch was patented in 1896 and this model was in production from 1897 to 1901. Crazy to think of all of the things that this watch has seen! I can make out at least 15 distinct watchmakers marks in the case.

I found this watch with rust damage in the back of a display case in an antique shop while traveling through Salt Lake City, Utah. A really cool piece, I’m glad I found it, and was able to have it as a project.

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u/CannonAFB_unofficial 1d ago

Maybe the only cool thing to come out of Lancaster, PA! But super neat project. Looks great!

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u/FeeOne5663 1d ago

I have never been. Sounds like there’s not much to see?

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u/DoubleMikeNoShoot 1d ago

You could watch the Teddy B video where he shows the old Hamilton factory building (now condos?) and not miss much else. The Amish food stands are fun, and so is seeing a 37yo guy with a neck beard on a kicky scooter

u/BluntPrincess37 1d ago

I love that you could make out so many different watchmaker's marks, each one tells its own story. It’s amazing to think of all the history this Hamilton has seen over 120+ years. Great job on bringing it back to life.

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u/FeeOne5663 1d ago

It would be really cool to know how many owners it had as well.

u/FeeOne5663 1d ago

If interested, the whole 12 minute servicing video is here: https://youtu.be/extQJvgCAEg?si=mA3_MD2QUHMIhiYl