#66 • Hamilton, Model 23 chronograph, WWII military, 19J, 16S

Part of 261105 - "W for Watches" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - October 29 - November 5 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

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Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 5, 2026 1:32 PM EST

APW - Hamilton, Model 23 chronograph with 30-minute register, World War II era military "Navigational Time & Stop Watch", 19J, 16S, chrome-plated base metal OF original case with contract markings to rear, black metal dial, SW-SS, mono-metallic balance with Elinvar hairspring, satin nickel finish, s#P6897. An excellent wartime example of this military chronograph, this movement is listed in the Hamilton factory ledger as having been sold on February 29th, 1944. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, good chronograph and minute register functions, excellent-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, some scattered short fine to micro-fine scratches; excellent dial with few mild surface spots and fine scratches; excellent-plus hands; case shows hardly any wear, typical scattered fine scratches and pinpoint nicks, no dents, excellent contract marking detail, rear circular finish is fully present; tight bow, crown shows very little wear; glass crystal with some short fine scratches. Estimate: $500 - $700 JH-80816