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American Hamilton Model 22 Chronometer Deck Watch

Partially verified

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.

Front view of Hamilton Model 22 deck watch mounted in brass gimbal within its mahogany box
Front view of Hamilton Model 22 deck watch mounted in brass gimbal within its mahogany box — Renaissance Antiques. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.renaissanceantiques.com
Category
Marine chronometer · Deck watch
Maker / attribution
Hamilton Watch Co.
Reference
Model 22
Catalogue / lot identifier
JALL 1 P
Source-reported date
Circa 1942
Country
United States
Source-reported serial
2F14326

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

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.

Evidence for this section
  • “Housed within a rich mahogany case equipped with a gimbaled mount”
  • “A metal nameplate on the front of the wooden box reads 'HAMILTON WATCH CO. LANCASTER, PA., U.S.A.'”
  • “5.75″ High x 6″ Wide x 6″ Deep”

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.

Evidence for this section
  • “The watch features a 2.25-inch Arabic numeral dial.”
  • “A subsidiary dial at the 6 o’clock position and 48-hour power reserve below the 12 o’clock”

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.

Evidence for this section
  • “boasts a remarkable 21-jewel movement, carefully adjusted for temperature and six different positions.”
  • “Movement # 2F14326”
  • “Case # 6595-1942”

Open research questions

  • What specific text is contained on the printed instruction label mentioned in the source?
  • Can the movement serial number 2F14326 be verified against official Hamilton production logs?
  • What is the significance of the case number 6595-1942 in relation to military issue records?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for American Hamilton Model 22 Chronometer Deck Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Movement Number2F14326“Movement # 2F14326”
Case Number6595-1942“Case # 6595-1942”
Jewel Count21 jewels“21-jewel movement”
Dial SignatureHamilton Lancaster PA“Hamilton Lancaster PA”
Power Reserve48-hour“48-hour power reserve below the 12 o’clock”
Dimensions5.75″ High x 6″ Wide x 6″ Deep“5.75″ High x 6″ Wide x 6″ Deep”
Estimated DateCirca 1942“Circa 1942”
Dealer SKUJALL 1 P“SKU: JALL 1 P”
WarrantyOne-Year Warranty“One-Year Wrranty”

Visible details

  • 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.

Research qualifications

  • The movement is not visible in the photograph; technical specifications, adjustments, and movement number 2F14326 are source-reported.
  • Case number 6595-1942 is internal or on the reverse and relies on dealer documentation.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

American Hamilton Model 22 Chronometer Deck Watch - Renaissance Antiques

Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record 476c911607

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