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1990s Hamilton Chronomatic II (Ref. 9988) White Dial

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Hamilton was founded in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1882, initially specializing in producing pocket watches. The brand boasts a long and impressive history of breakthroughs in design and technology and perhaps is best known for its extensive work as the official supplier to the U.S. Armed Forces. 

But it wasn't strictly military styles for the brand, as evidenced in part by this fantastic Chronomatic II ref. 9988 chronograph, which looks like it would be much more at home behind a steering wheel than a joystick. The white dial ref. 9988 was nicknamed the "poor man's Paul Newman" for the dial's resemblance to the famed Rolex without matching its price tag. It's one of the many very cool offerings from this brand, which tap into American heritage like no other watch brand can.

Stock # HAMCH9988-2
Brand Hamilton
Style Chronomatic II
Model 9988
Serial N/A
Size Men's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial White W/ Black Sub-Dials
Millimeters 39
Strap Hamilton President-Style Bracelet W/ Flip-Lock Clasp

 

CASE & BRACELET

The stainless steel case appears to have been gently polished and is in great condition, showing only minimal signs of use. It retains its original pump-pushers and Hamilton-signed crown. The fixed "Units Per Hour' bezel is in fantastic condition remaining highly legible with minimal signs of use. The case back is clean with limited wear and the factory markings all remain fully intact. The watch will be supplied on its original Hamilton stainless steel President-style bracelet with flip-lock clasp and diver's extension, the bracelet will fit up to a 7 3/4 inch wrist

DIAL & HANDS

The "panda" style dial features a white center with black chronograph registers and a black outer minute track. The hour indices, and hour and minute hands are golden, which adds a certain regal air to the piece. The tritium lume plots remain fully intact around the dial when inspected under U.V. light, as do the original tritium hands.

ACCESSORIES 

None. The watch just received a full service and is functioning and keeping time perfectly, backed by a 1-year warranty for accurate timekeeping.