These photos have been left a little on the large size to show more of detail on this fine example. This auction is for a beautiful mens 16size american pocket watch made by hamilton watch co. Regardless of the hamilton pocket watch that you own, know that its a spectacular timepiece that can again be a faithful daily companion. Casker is a leading supplier of pocket watch parts to professional horologists. The first american pocket watches with machine made parts were manufactured by henry pitkin with his brother in the. Daves watch parts and tools hamilton parts movements. All parts supplied have gone through a professional watch cleaning process and inspected for. Vintage watchmakers vial marked 16s hamilton w staffs, jewels, hands, screws. The 992b was a all new watch with all new parts and hardly any of the regular 992 or 992e parts will interchange. When only the best convex beveled crystals are needed, this material offers the ultimate in appearance due to its high purity and brilliant clarity. Jun 22, 2012 hamilton pocket watches were some of the finest timepieces manufactured from 1896 through 1964. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. One of the last of the hamilton 992b movements 1967 your. Pocketwatches hamilton 992b railway special, late 1940s.
Hamilton continues in switzerland as part of the swatch. Or values, serial numbers, cases, parts, mechanisms there are a few web sites out there that are about wrist watches, some about pocket watches too, but ive struggled to come across many that have enough information in the one place to be of much use. In my opinion, from the late 1850s until just after wwii, the american watch industry produced more and probably better portable timekeeping machines than the rest of the world combined. However, they did still produce some wrist watches using excess movements produced in the 1920s. A closeup view of a hamilton 16 size marked 992b world war two u. Get the best deal for hamilton pocket watch from the largest online selection at. The hamilton 992b s that have the 4c prefix have been known to appear in two different styles of pocket watch cases. Original pocket watch hamilton 992b movement all parts choose from list. The regular military versions of the hamilton 992b which were identified as the 4992bs had a serial number range from 4c65101 to 4c89800. Each watch depending on age, model, style, original quality, usage, previous repairs, parts availability, and overall care, demands very individual care. It is an 16 size, leverset, adjusted, 21 jewel watch with impressive features and finish.
Many of the parts of these timepieces are still available in limited quantities but, because of slight demand for them, they are seldom stocked by materials wholesalers. What should a wristwatch nerd know about american pocket watches and the industry that made them. Serial numbers and site links with links back to both the wristwatches and pocket watches forums. Movement parts are available for eta, miyota, harley ronda, hattori and others. How to determine the value of hamilton vintage pocket. This watch is factory adjusted for position and temperature. Hamilton stainless steel railway special pocket watch. If it did not have the slight wear on back i would say this watch is in mint condition. Hamilton pocket watch parts casker jewelers supplies. About twelve years ago, i decided to open an online store and to maintain a more permanent inventory to better serve collectors looking for. Ive a considerable archive of authentic hamilton pocket watch replacement parts from all eras should we need them in the support of the repair of your hamilton pocket watch.
Use photos for general condition main photo shows movement before disassembling, no complete movement for sale. Unfollow hamilton 992 parts to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. First, i would like to post about 12 pages of information without interruptions before we continue with this topic. Vintage hamilton 992b pocket watch collectors weekly. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This is the crown and push button for the model 23 stop watch. Hamilton wrist watches and pocket watches were produced in america from 1893 to 1969. Jan 07, 2018 this feature is not available right now. You might think that i would pick a rolex datejust or maybe an omega seamater, but for me there is no greater pleasure than working on a good hamilton pocket watch. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. The two negative side effects of using this part on the 4992, is the crown has a push button function and neither the square or the pilot on the stem are the correct length for the 4992b to properly activate every time the hack balance stop function. My parts inventory is focused on american pocket watches, although i do have some swiss material.
About twelve years ago, i decided to open an online store and to maintain a more permanent inventory to better serve collectors looking for hardtofind parts and tools. As the market switched from pocket watches to wrist watches after world war i, the company manufactured wrist watches. Government contract hamilton in the 1940s during ww 2 for their pocket watches and chronometers. It can be used as a stem and crown of last resort on the 4992b.
Hamilton pocket watch serial numbers use this table to look up the serial number of your hamilton pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case. It has a beautiful dial, glass crystal, movement and model 7 case. Jan 15, 20 i started out collecting pocket watches but moved on to wrist watches, as i could enjoy them a lot more by wearing them every day. The case shows a bit of very light surface wear on the caseback but is in. Hamilton pocket watch repair hamilton pocket watches have long been considered some of the most refined instruments ever made. Use this photo guide to help you identify and value your antique pocket watches. Nos original hamilton 992b pocket watch parts for watchmakers repairs spares. You might think that i would pick a rolex datejust or maybe an omega seamater, but for me there is no greater pleasure than working on a good hamilton pocket.
The hamilton 992b is a classic highgrade railroad watch. Ihc 185 is also providing both the complete 1961 hamilton parts. This does not negatively affect the performance of the movement. Casker has an extensive supply of parts for seiko, pulsar, citizen, bulova and omega and pocket watch parts. Hamilton had actually taken over the swiss firm buren in 1966, and there was a transitional period when some componentsmovements were made in lanc. In fact, all of hamilton s production was dedicated to defense purposes. Buy hamilton pocket watches and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Materials for special hamilton world war ii timepieces are not included in this catalog. The case is the bar over crown type,almost pristine condition i added a pic of bottom of case the star 10kt gold filled. My all time favorite watch is the hamilton 992b pocket watch. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches primarily for railroad workers. Comprehensive resources for hamilton research courtesy of ihc185. Some say one of the best railroad time keeping watches the hamilton 992b. Hamilton sales literature, service and parts catalogs from ihc185.
Hamilton horology courtesy of ihc185 catalog reference material. The item hamilton 1948 grade 992b rr railway special 21j pocket watch boc case 16s is in sale since friday, november 22, 2019. Find hamilton 992b from a vast selection of pocket watches. Antique hamilton pocket watch repair, mechanical hamilton. Servicing and overhaul of american hamilton pocket watches, restoration of wind. Railroadgrade watches had to meet strict guidelines to ensure their reliability and accuracy. Ihc 185 is also providing both the complete 1961 hamilton parts catalog. A pocket watch or pocketwatch is a watch that is made to be carried in a pocket, as opposed. Antique mechanical pocket watch repair, cleaning, repair. Please note that i do not stock parts for modern or quartz. With the help of all our hamilton experts, we can make this happen. Save hamilton 992 parts to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Hamilton gold plated railway special pocket watch model 992b. The hamilton watch company began business in lancaster, pennsylvania in 1892 and still operates today. Being a well respected and highly collected railroad watch, i thought this topic would be a nice place to find just about everything you would like to know about your hamilton 992b. Hamilton had actually taken over the swiss firm buren in 1966, and there was a transitional period. One of the warrelated watches was a pocket watch with a central sweep second hand. Original pocket watch hamilton 992b movement all parts ebay. I use my 1961 spiral bound catalog for parts references. According to antique pocket watch, an online watch publication, testament to the quality of the watches it produced is the fact that most of its watches ended up being bought for use on the railways. The hamilton watch company is a swiss manufacturer of wristwatches based in bienne. How to determine the value of hamilton vintage pocket watches. The hamilton 992bs that have the 4c prefix have been known to appear in two different styles of pocket watch cases.
The movement was based on the 21 jewel, 16 size 992b movement. All photography is taken by us and represents the exact products being sold. You might think that i would pick a rolex datejust or maybe an omega seamater, but for me there is no greater pleasure than. This hamilton railroad service watch came with its original celluloid stamp holder. They were referred to as americas timekeeper and preferred by the railroads. All wristwatches discussion forum, pocket watch discussions, hamilton and 992b research forum. In fact, all of hamiltons production was dedicated to defense purposes. These unmatched timepieces were created so brilliantly that its not uncommon for them to perform dependably for several lifetimes. Hamilton used a date letter instead of numbers to replace the first number of the full serial number on some of their movements.
New crystals for hamilton 992b, 950b new pocket watch. Hamilton railway special gr 992b open face gold filled pocket watch 21 jewel. Nov 09, 2014 after thousands of watches, it is understandable that i would have a favorite. Many of the vintage pocket watches i restore are already 70 years old, and are in need of parts do to wear, fatigue, or breakage. Discover the date and grade of your hamilton watch. Original pocket watch hamilton 992b movement all parts. They used these pieces as comparing watches and actually timing ordinances, these watches are. Hamilton continues in switzerland as part of the swatch group. Antique hamilton pocket watch repair, mechanical hamilton pocket. Elgin, hamilton, hampden, howard, illinois, new york standard, rockford, seth thomas, south bend and waltham. Its watches had 42hour mainsprings, with 17 jewels in their isochronous movements. Pocket watch dials american watch and pocket watch mainsprings mainsprings for american manufactures. Hamilton 992b watch construction railway pocket watch.
Welcome to one of the countrys most complete suppliers of wrist watch and pocket watch parts for the professional watchmaker. Wwii 4992b pocket watch overhaul vintage hamilton watch. Unless a pocket watch is very rare small differences can make a big difference in price. The watch is a 21 jeweled pocket watch in working order.
A well maintained and adjusted watch kept in a fixed location at room temperature can reach accuracies normally only seen with quartz watches. This hamilton railway special must be one of the last of the american hamiltons to be made before the movement of the company to switzerland in 1969. The spruce crafts is part of the dotdash publishing family. Hamilton 992b railroad pocket watch, hamilton railway special. And the crossbar that started the 992 series of factory cased movements. Hamilton pocket watches from the 1950s and later used a material called enameline which was a plastic rather than. Mar 03, 2014 this hamilton railway special must be one of the last of the american hamiltons to be made before the movement of the company to switzerland in 1969. Recently i posted pics of one of my favorite wristwatches,now this is one of my favorite pocket watch. If you are new to collecting pocket watches my best advice is to take your time, even buying from me. In 1892, when it became the hamilton watch company, the quality became increasingly better. Get the best deals on hamilton antique pocket watch. But i still have a soft spot for a nice pocket watch or even notsonice ones too. The case is a factory hamilton case with some wear on outer edge of back.
Watch crystals, both genuine and generic mineral glass, as well as the complete. Hamilton pocket 992 watches my first pocket watch purchase was a very nice hamilton 992 that i bought in november of 2012. I recently picked up one of hamilton s finest railroad watches a 21 jewel, 16 size 992b. In this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage hamilton pocket watches that are typically considered gents size, although in many cases would also be appropriate for a woman to carry. One of the last of the hamilton 992b movements 1967. The hamilton 992b railroad pocket watch, hamilton railway special the hamilton grade 992b is a high quality antique mechanical pocket watch.