Hamilton Khaki Field Watch (Ref. 921980), 1980s

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 is probably best known for its military associations and fantastic field watches. Case in point, this Khaki model ref. 921980 from the '80s. The "Khaki" was the branded name for the commercial version of the same watches that saw action in military operations such as Korea and Vietnam. It's a highly legible, eminently usable, no-frills piece that exudes military-cool and would be the perfect addition to any collection. SPECS Stock # HTNK921980-3 Brand Hamilton Style Khaki Model 921980 Serial N/A Size Men's Material Stainless Steel Dial Matte Black Millimeters 34 Strap Green NATO Strap CASE & BRACELET The bead-blasted antireflective stainless steel case is completely unpolished and in exceptional condition, showing only very minimal signs of previous use. The bead-blasted smooth bezel is also in exceptional condition. The case retains its original unisigned bead-blasted crown. The case back retains all of its original markings, and some tool marks are present from a previous service. The watch comes supplied on a green NATO strap DIAL & HANDS The original matte black dial is in well-preserved and beautiful condition, showing no damage or notable signs of age. The tritium lume plots and original tritium hands have taken on a matching creamy patina. Under UV light inspection, the hour and minute hands exhibits some slight cracking in the lume and remain stable, while the dial exhibits no degradation. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.