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Hamilton Railroad Grade 992 Housed in the Popular White GF Bar Over Crown Case
The Hamilton 992 is the quintessential American-made Railroad Grade pocket watch. Hamilton's 992 featured unparalleled accuracy and superb construction, much to the envy of watchmakers the world over, including the vaunted Swiss manufacturers. The 992 featured here was part of the 1926 production run. This fine movement is housed in this popular 14k white gold fill Hamilton/Wadsworth bar over crown case. The watch is lever set and utilizes a bar over crown design to prevent damage to the movement that could occur by accidentally pulling up on the crown to set. This watch's movement is in pristine condition, with 21 sapphire and ruby jewels in gold settings. Its legendary movement also features a Reed regulator, Breguet hairspring, and gold center wheel. This combination of fine materials and expert craftsmanship is the foundation of the 992s reputation as the "Railroad Timekeeper of America". The exterior of this Hamilton 992 is in pristine condition and speaks volumes about the pride of ownership and the care that was taken to preserve this watch for ninety years. You can feel the priceless stories of times long gone when you hold this watch in your hand, making this watch the perfect addition to your collection, or as a special beginning for your family heirloom tradition.
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| Manufacturer | Hamilton |
|---|---|
| Location | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| Serial Number | 2565195 |
| Production Year | 1926 |
| Grade | 992 |
| Model | 2 |
| Size | 16s |
| Jewels | 21 |
| Configuration | Open face, lever-set |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Adjustments | 5 positions, temperature, isochronism |
| Dial | Double-Sunk |
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Condition Assessment
Case
Hamilton Wadsworth Bar Over Crow in 14K white gold fill - Excellent
Dial
Double sunk Montgomery in enamel, rich ink saturation – Excellent
Hands
Movement
Some discoloration - Very good
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