Hamilton 10S 17J adj. 3p grade 917 pocket watch #X178695, elegant thin-model 14k case, jeweler's box

Hamilton 10S 17J adj. 3p grade 917 pocket watch #X178695, elegant thin-model 14k case, jeweler's box

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Hamilton 10S 17J adj. 3p grade 917 pocket watch #X178695, case #J141792, handsome nickel split plate movement with bold red ruby jewels and a bar-style damascene pattern, champagne toned metal dial with a brushed finish, raised fancy gold Arabic numbers and a black-marked subsidiary seconds register has some light patina on a few of the numbers however no scratches or damage, sleek gold steel wedge style hands, elegant thin-model Hamilton 14k smooth polish friction fit case with stepped bezels, a recessed crown, heavy bow and an inscription on the back for 25 years of service to the Norton Company, case is showing light normal wear but does have a few small scratches on the frame, lip and back cover near the case lip; measures approx. 44mm in diameter x 53mm in length x 10mm thick (crystal included), weighs approx. 33.4dwt (movement included). This watch also comes with an "RR" marked white & gold leatherette jeweler's box with white satin interior, while there is no fitted foam to secure the watch, it does make for a nice presentation and storage box. An attractive, classic gold triple signed Hamilton from the 1950s in excellent+ overall condition!
  • Year Made: 1950-1951
  • Company: Hamilton
  • Movement Size: 0810S
  • Jewels: 1117J
  • Setting/Movement Type: pendant set
  • Adjustments: 1-3 positions
  • Model/Grade: 917
  • Serial #: X178695
  • Movement Finish: nickel
  • Dial Material: metal
  • Dial Color: champagne
  • Hand Style: wedge
  • Case Style: friction fit
  • Case Material: Solid Gold - Yellow
  • Case Details: factory case, Norton Company inscription, recessed crown
  • Case Width/Diameter: 44mm (1.73 inches)
  • Case Length, bow included:  53mm (2.09 inches)
  • Case Thickness:  10mm (0.39 inches)
  • Crystal Material: plastic
  • Box Info: white & gold leatherette box
  • Condition: Excellent +
  • Gender: Unisex
  • Weight (dwt): 33.4dwt
The Hamilton watch company began business in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1892 and still operates today. The last watches produced in the American factory were made in 1969, after which the company was sold to a Swiss owner.

We also offer a collection of reference and research books for a number of different watch manufacturers, which can be found in our Watch-Related Books section. As an additional resource, we've posted a Serial Number Production List which includes information for Hamilton serial numbers and dates of manufacture.
The NAWCC also has a comprehensive article about the company; additional information may also be found on Wikipedia.
You may browse all of our men's pocket watches from this manufacturer at our Vintage Men's Hamilton Pocket Watches category.
This watch is in good running condition, unless otherwise noted in the description. This means that on receipt, pending any item-specific running conditions noted in the description, you can expect the watch to be winding and setting properly and to run smoothly while keeping reasonable time. We consider "reasonable time" to meet these basic guidelines:
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In each description, we attempt to note the following things:
<maker><size><jewels><setting><adjustments><grade/model><serial number>, <movement information>, <dial information>, <hand information>, <case information>, <misc. information>, <overall condition and comments>

Taking an example of a watch already described, we've bracketed the different sections and ordered them as above:
<Ball-Hamilton> <16S> <21J> <LS> <adj.> <Official RR Standard> <#B651197>, <nickel movement with gold jewel settings and concentric circle damascene pattern, should be noted that the gears on the movement may not be all original however watch is running strong and not affecting running condition>, <porcelain Ball marked dial with Arabic numbers has very faint hairline (not distracting)>, <blue steel hands>, <beautiful YGF SB&B Ball marked case with engraved bezels and blank monogram shield showing normal even wear (no brass)>, <fancy bow>. <High grade Ball watch in very good condition, perfect to carry everyday!>

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