Bidspirit auction | Vintage Hamilton Dewitt 10K Gold

Vintage Hamilton Dewitt 10K Gold Filled Manual Wind Wristwatch with Original Box Runs - A vintage Hamilton Dewitt model men's wristwatch featuring a rectangular 10K gold filled tank style case. The cream dial displays applied gold tone Arabic numerals, a peripheral railroad minute track, and a sub seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The timepiece is equipped with an American made Hamilton caliber 747 manual wind movement featuring 17 jewels. The inner case back is stamped Dewitt Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster PA Wadsworth 10K Gold Filled with serial number J251492. The movement is signed Hamilton 747 17 Jewels Adjusted USA with serial number Y256591. The watch is presented in its original Art Deco ivory colored molded presentation box with a blue velvet and satin lined interior. The watch is currently fitted with an aftermarket gold tone expansion band marked Made in Hong Kong and 100% Stainless Steel. As reported, the movement runs. Case width: 25 mm Case length: 38 mm Box dimensions: 4.5 inches x 3.5 inches x 1.75 inches. The watch is in running condition though professional cleaning and adjustment is recommended for vintage timepieces to ensure accuracy. The dial exhibits significant even patination and spotting consistent with age. The crystal shows several surface scratches. The gold filled case has minor surface wear and light scuffing on the lugs. The aftermarket expansion band is worn with visible surface debris. The original presentation box shows age related staining to the interior lining and a small chip on the outer left edge of the lid.