Hamilton Automatic (Ref. 815005-3) Silver Dial W/ Blue Accents, 1970s

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

Hamilton was founded in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1882 and initially specialized in producing pocket watches. The brand boasts a long and impressive history of breakthroughs in design and technology, and while probably best known for their military associations and fantastic field watches, they've put out some really remarkable outliers as well. Case in point, this incredible, 1970s-coded ref. 815005-3, with a barrel-shaped tonneau case, brushed dial with blue accents. Making for an incredibly clean piece with classic, understated Hamilton style. SPECS Stock # HAMA8150053 Brand Hamilton Style Automatic Model 815005-3 Serial N/A Size Men's Material Stainless Steel Dial Silver W/ Blue Accents Millimeters 38.5 X 42 Bracelet Hamilton "Kevin Dreme" Stainless Steel Bracelet CASE & BRACELET The barrel-shaped and large case remains in excellent condition, showing almost no wear with no notable signs of prior polishing, while boasting crisp finishing throughout. The Hamilton signed crown is original to the watch. The case back retains all of the factory markings in crisp and legible condition. The original Hamilton stainless steel bracelet, made by "Kevin Drema", is in excellent condition and features a stretch extension, showing nominal stretch and fitting up to a 7.5-inch wrist. DIAL & HANDS The original brushed silver dial is in flawless vintage condition, showing no damage or age. The blue inlaid markers and matching hands are in perfect condition. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.