#36 • Hamilton, Model 21, WWII era marine chronometer

Part of 260205 - "Every Second Counts" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - January 29 - February 5 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $1,900.00

Status: Sold

SHIPPING NOTE: Please note that while Jones & Horan can ship this lot in-house, the cost of shipping will be expensive so please factor that into your bidding. Hamilton, Model 21, World War II era marine chronometer, fusee-drive with spring detent escapement and 56-hour winding indicator, gimbaled brass tub set within a three-tier brass bound mahogany box with Hamilton signature plaque to front, silvered dial of approximately 4 inch diameter, KWKS (a key is included as pictured), spring detent escapement with capped escape wheel, 14J, mono-metallic free-sprung balance with helical Elinvar hairspring, striped pattern nickel damascene, s#2E777 with matching serial number to dial and box plaque. This serial number is listed in the Hamilton ledger as having been sold on July 15th, 1943. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, good winding indicator function, nearly mint cosmetic mvt condition overall, some micro-fine scratches; dial with few mild spots and contact marks in visible portion; excellent hands aside from some bend to hour tip; tub and gimbals show medium wear, substantial darkening throughout with only small portions of bright finish remaining, gimbals with good function; crystal with scattered scratches; box shows medium wear, typical exterior scratches and dings, hardware with varying degrees of darkening and finish loss, good display glass, button latches good. Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800 JH-75956