#53 • Hamilton, Model 22, WWII era lever marine chronometer

Part of 260827 - "Not Enough Time" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - August 20 - August 27 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $750.00

Status: Sold

Hamilton, Model 22, World War 2 era lever escapement marine chronometer with winding indicator, 21J, 35S, in gimbaled bronze tub mounted in a refinished three-section wooden box with Hamilton signature plaque and display glass, tub marked "Mtd. Watch, Bureau of Ships, U.S. Navy, no. 8138-1941" to bottom and "8138" to side and bezel, 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, "U.S. Navy - BU Ships - 1943" marked mvt, striped pattern nickel damascene, s#2F8797. This serial number is listed in the Hamilton ledger as having been sold on January 23, 1945. SHIPPING NOTE: This lot contains heavy and/or fragile item(s). While Jones & Horan can ship this lot to the winner, please factor higher shipping costs into your bid. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, good winding indicator function, good safety setting function, excellent cosmetic mvt condition overall with a few scattered fine scratches to plates and very light spotting; excellent-plus dial with a couple of light spots; nearly mint hands show hardly any wear; tub shows medium wear, light scratches and toning to the finish and some light pitting to the back; good plastic crystal; gimbals show light wear, toning to the finish; box shows light wear, crack that runs horizontally across the front of the lid, a few scuffs to the brass hardware, button latches good, good display glass. Estimate: $600 - $800 JH-76638