American Hamilton Model 22 Chronometer Deck Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1942
This Hamilton Model 22 chronometer deck watch dates to circa 1942 and was produced in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Mounted in a brass gimbal within a mahogany case fitted with a glazed viewing lid, the instrument features a 2.25-inch dial signed 'Hamilton Lancaster PA'.
The dial displays Arabic numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position, and an up/down 48-hour power reserve indicator positioned below 12 o'clock. According to the seller, it is powered by a 21-jewel movement adjusted for temperature and six positions, numbered 2F14326, housed in case number 6595-1942.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Deck watch
- Dimensions
- 5.75″ High x 6″ Wide x 6″ Deep
- Case Number
- 6595-1942
- Jewel Count
- 21 jewels
- Power Reserve
- 48-hour
- Dial Signature
- Hamilton Lancaster PA
- Place recorded
- United States
- Movement Number
- 2F14326
- Maker / attribution
- Hamilton Watch Co.
Design
- Visible features
- • Mounted in a brass gimbal frame inside a mahogany box with an interior glass viewing lid raised on a support arm. • A metal nameplate on the front of the wooden box reads 'HAMILTON WATCH CO. LANCASTER, PA., U.S.A.' • A printed instruction label is affixed beneath the inner glass lid. • White dial features black Arabic numerals, an up/down reserve indicator below 12, and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6.
- Dial Configuration
- The timepiece features a 2.25-inch dial signed 'Hamilton Lancaster PA'. The dial displays Arabic numerals for timekeeping. Functionality includes a subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position and an up/down power reserve indicator located below the 12 o'clock marker, which monitors 48 hours of capacity.
- Technical Specifications
- The movement is described by the dealer as a 21-jewel mechanism adjusted for temperature and six positions, identified by serial number 2F14326. The case is identified as number 6595-1942. Technical specifications and serial identification are reported by the source. The movement is not visible in the provided photographic record.
- Construction and Presentation
- The deck watch is housed in a mahogany case fitted with a gimbaled mount. The assembly includes an interior glazed viewing lid on a support arm and a metal nameplate identifying the maker. The overall dimensions of the case are 5.75 inches in height, 6 inches in width, and 6 inches in depth. A printed instruction label is located beneath the inner viewing lid.
Identification
- Reference
- Model 22
- Serial number
- 2F14326
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The movement is not visible in the photograph; technical specifications, adjustments, and movement number 2F14326 are source-reported.
- Research required: Case number 6595-1942 is internal or on the reverse and relies on dealer documentation.