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

Part of 261119 - "Great Times Ahead" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - November 12 - November 19 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

Starting at $10.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Nov 19, 2026 1:31 PM EST

Hamilton, Model 22, World War II 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. 7923-1941" to bottom and "7923" 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 - 1942" marked mvt, striped pattern nickel damascene, s#2F16833. This serial number is listed in the Hamilton ledger as having been sold on January 26, 1944. 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-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, a few fine scratches to plates; excellent-plus dial with a couple of fine scratches and light surface spots; nearly mint hands show hardly any wear; tub and gimbals show very light wear, some toning to gimbals; good plastic crystal; box shows light wear, a few small nicks to lid, a few fine scratches to sides, button latches good, key not included to test locking function, good display glass. Estimate: $600 - $800 JH-76618