
The Lancaster 092 (45mm)
Est. $3,800 USD
Pricing may vary — visit the brand's site for accurate pricing
What makes the Lancaster 092 unique: The Lancaster 092 features a beautifully aged cream-colored dial with bold black numerals and an intricate geometric minute track, adding an elegant vintage touch. The sunken sub-seconds dial at six o™clock gives the dial depth and dimension, a hallmark of fine early 20th-century watchmaking. A set of blued steel spade hands completes the design, providing a timeless contrast against the textured dial surface. At the heart of this timepiece is an original Hamilton movement, a 17-jewel caliber crafted in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1933. Visible through the exhibition caseback, the Geneva-striped bridges, heat-blued screws, and gold-plated gears showcase the fine finishing and craftsmanship of Hamilton's golden era. Known for their precision and reliability, movements like this one were among the finest American pocket watch mechanisms of their time. Encasing this historic movement is a sandblasted titanium case, lending a modern, industrial feel while preserving the watch's vintage character. The angled bezel and knurled titanium crown add both functional and aesthetic appeal, enhancing the overall presence of the timepiece. Paired with a deep navy leather strap, this watch offers a seamless blend of historical charm and contemporary durability. In 1933, construction began on the Golden Gate Bridge, a feat of American engineering that would become an enduring symbol of innovation. Just as the bridge connected two regions and stood as a marvel of its time, Hamilton's craftsmanship in this era set the standard for American watchmaking, with movements like this one ensuring precision and longevity for generations.