Bidspirit auction | Hamilton Electric Vela 10K Rolled

Hamilton Electric Vela 10K Rolled Gold Plate Wristwatch with Speidel Calendar Bracelet - This is a vintage Hamilton Electric Vela wristwatch, featuring a 10K rolled gold plate square tonneau-shaped case with a distinctively textured bark-effect bezel. The dial is a cream tone set with applied gold-tone hour markers, a stylized Hamilton H logo at the 12 o'clock position, and a signature lightning bolt-shaped seconds hand. The setting crown is positioned uniquely at the 4 o'clock mark. The timepiece is powered by a Hamilton caliber 505 electric movement, which is marked as adjusted and manufactured in the U.S.A. While the movement contains a battery, the item currently needs a battery for testing and potential operation. The watch is fitted to a Speidel expansion bracelet with 10K gold-filled top caps, including a rare period-correct calendar insert link. Interior case back markings include Hamilton W. Co., Lancaster, Pa., 10K Rolled Gold Plate, and Star W.C. Co. with serial numbers R936598 and 891966. The exterior case back is stamped 10K RGP and Hamilton. The movement is engraved Hamilton 505 and Patented. Case Width: 1 1/8 inches (28.5mm) excluding crown Lug-to-Lug: 1 1/2 inches (38mm). The watch is in used vintage condition. The dial exhibits heavy environmental spotting, oxidation, and patina throughout. The case shows moderate surface scratching and significant wear to the gold plating, particularly on the edges, lugs, and textured bezel. The crystal is missing. The expansion band shows typical age-related wear and surface grime. The movement appears complete but is untested and currently needs a battery; professional servicing is recommended for functional restoration.