Hamilton
17 Jewels
U.S.A. Caliber Grade 747
 
In 1948 Hamilton introduced the first of several new watch models in the CLD line.  CLD phonetically spells out ‘sealed’ and the CLD models featured a series of gaskets that brought environmental protection of a watch to a whole new level, sealed against moisture and dirt. A classic dress watch with a simple and elegant design, this is a vintage Hamilton Langdon wristwatch dated from 1948. The Langdon is one of the first CLD models introduced by Hamilton.

This is a manual winding watch powered by the original U.S.A.-made Hamilton movement, the 8/0 size, caliber grade 747 with 17 jewels, sub-second, and adjusted.

This wristwatch features the original sterling silver dial showing some age and featuring gold-applied Arabic numerals and dot hour markers with gold matching hands. The sub-second is located at 6 o’clock and the dial is signed Hamilton. In lovely condition, this watch is cased in a 29.3mm round shape case in 10K yellow gold fill.

It comes on a beautiful new, brown, two-piece leather strap with a gold buckle.

This is an attractive Hamilton Langdon wristwatch in with excellent condition and keeping great time!

Thank you for looking!  Please feel free to contact us with any questions or respectful offers.

Case Back Signed:
10K Gold Filled
Pat. Pend'g

Movement:
Size 8/0
Caliber Grade 747
17 Jewels
U.S.A.
Adjusted

Measurements (mm):
Case diameter: 29.3
Case with Crown: 32.3
Case Lug to Lug: 37.7
Case Thickness: 10
Lug Width: 16.2
Band Width: 15.7

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.

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The condition is pre-owned.

The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
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It will be carefully packed.

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