Hamilton Caliber 671 Manual Wind Black Gilt Dial

This vintage Hamilton features a manual-wind movement and a black gilt dial. The dial’s surface has developed a “starry night” patina, with fine speckles scattered across it. Time is marked by applied, gold-tone dagger-style hour markers and an Arabic numeral at the 12 o’clock position. The dauphine hands are also gold-tone. The watch is housed in a case with a 10k rolled gold plated bezel and a stainless steel screw-down back. The case back is engraved with the watch’s features, including “Shock-Resistant” and “Lifetime Mainspring.” Inside, the watch is powered by the Hamilton caliber 671 manual-wind movement. The piece is completed with a simple black leather strap.

General

Brand

Manufactured

Switzerland

Department

Men

Dial Color

Black

Case

Case Shape

Round

Bezel

Fixed

Case Material

Stainless Steel

,

10k Rolled Gold Plate

Case Width

32.3mm

Case Height

37mm

Strap / Bracelet

Lug Width

18mm

Strap Material

Leather

Strap Color

Black

Clasp

Buckle

Max Wrist Size

8.5"

Movement

Movement

Manual Wind

Caliber

Hamilton 671

Accuracy

>10 seconds

The movement showed a daily accuracy deviation ranging from 0 to 10 seconds across six positions.

Extras

Warranty Every watch sold by Ottuhr comes with a 1-year mechanical warranty. Select pieces may also include additional guarantees or extended coverage.

1-Year Ottuhr Warranty

Original Box

No

Original Papers

No

Overview

Of all the great American watch houses, Hamilton of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, has always held a special place in our hearts. Renowned for their obsessive pursuit of accuracy that made them the standard for the nation’s railroads, Hamilton was, for many, the absolute pinnacle of American horology. When they turned their attention to the burgeoning world of civilian wristwatches in the mid-20th century, they did so with an unparalleled sense of style and quality, creating some of the most handsome timepieces of the era.

This elegant manual-winding dress watch from the 1950s is a perfect illustration of Hamilton’s post-war design prowess. This was a fascinating period of transition for the company, as they began to incorporate robust and reliable Swiss-made calibers, such as the Caliber 671 found in this piece, into their quintessentially American designs. The result was the best of both worlds: the unimpeachable style and heritage of Hamilton, powered by a proven Swiss mechanical heart.

But let’s be honest, the story of this particular watch is its dial. What we have here is a stunning black gilt dial that has aged in the most spectacular way imaginable. Over the past 70 years, the original clear lacquer topcoat has gently fractured into a fine, even speckling, creating a breathtaking “starry night” effect. This is not damage; this is the soulful, organic artistry of time itself. Each tiny point shimmers in the light, forming a unique cosmic landscape that is utterly mesmerizing and impossible to replicate. Against this incredible backdrop, the bold, applied arrowhead hour markers and sharp, gilt dauphine handset provide a perfect, dramatic contrast.

Timing: The watch has been measured with a timegrapher at six different positions. The rate, amplitude, and beat error are within acceptable ranges.

Functions: All functions including the crown winding, time setting, etc are working as expected.

Integrity: The movement shows no signs of damage, rust, or corrosion, with all components appearing clean and well-maintained.

Authenticity: Each timepiece is evaluated and authenticated in-house. This watch is guaranteed to be correct to its manufacturer and time period.

Warranty: This timepiece includes a 1-year mechanical warranty, activated upon the date of purchase. 

Shipping: This timepeice includes complimentary insured shipping within all 50 states. 

Returns: If, for any reason, you are not entirely satisfied with your purchase, you may return the product for a full refund within 30 days from the date you received or signed for the item.

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