The Hamilton Railroad Pocket Watch is a celebratory timepiece for those looking to pay homage to the past, while keeping the future in mind. The watch is a limited-edition model created to align with the brand's 130th anniversary and features a 50mm stainless steel case with a dial design that throws back to the brand's earliest models. The watch has a closed case back design that's engraved with the 130th Anniversary Railway Special text along with the imagery of a train.
The Hamilton Railroad Pocket Watch is limited to just 917 examples, which is a callback to the brand's old factory located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Priced at $1,395, the timepiece is available now for preorder from the brand's website.
Modernized Anniversary Pocket Watches
The Hamilton Railroad Pocket Watch is Limited to 917 Pieces
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