#42 • Hamilton, WWII era US Navy Model 22 lever marine chronometer

Part of 260319 - "Springing Forward" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - March 12 - 19 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $1,200.00

Status: Sold

Hamilton, World War II era U.S. Army Model 22 lever escapement marine chronometer with winding indicator, 21J, 35S, in gimbaled bronze tub with U.S. Army contract markings to rear, set inside a three-section wooden box with Hamilton signature plaque and display glass, silvered dial, SW-SS with safety pin to release setting (depress pin in order to pull out stem), fully capped lever escapement, mono-metallic balance with Elinvar hairspring, striped pattern nickel damascene, s#2F3092. This example is of World War II era production as this serial number is listed in the Hamilton ledger as having a final sale date of February 12th, 1943. 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. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, good winding indicator function, good safety setting function, excellent-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, few abrasions micro-fine scratches to plates; excellent-plus dial, few fine scratches near center and winding indicator; tub and gimbals shows light wear, tub with mild areas of finish loss, good gimbals function; good glass crystal; box shows very light wear, small splits to two corners of upper lid, lower button latch good, upper button latch needing some prodding and assistance to open and secure closed, good display glass. Estimate: $700 - $1,100 JH-76612