The Lancaster 165 (45mm)

Est. $5,900 USD

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What makes the Lancaster 165 unique: The Lancaster 165 showcases a refined interplay between bold texture and elegant symmetry. At the heart of this design is a soft eggshell-toned dial accented with a circle of flared, applied gold numeralseach shaped with dimensional character and polished to catch the light. Triangle and circle-style minute markers trace the perimeter, offering a quiet nod to early field watches. A recessed sub-seconds dial with crisp, railroad-style markings adds precision at 6 o™clock, while solid diamond kite hands in heat-blued steel anchor the dial with sharp contrast and vintage edge. Inside, this timepiece houses a 17-jewel Hamilton movement manufactured in 1936, preserved in outstanding condition. The open caseback reveals a clean, symmetrical layout, highlighted by deep Geneva stripes, polished jewel settings, and Hamilton's iconic œLancaster, PA engravingan enduring reminder of the company's American roots. We encased this movement in a PVD-zircon gold titanium case with a matching smooth bezel, pairing vintage luxury with modern durability. The vertically grooved crown is gold-plated for a final flourish of elegance. A camel-toned American-made leather strap completes the package, bringing warmth and wearability to a watch rich in contrast and historical detail. In 1936, Hamilton Watch Company made headlines as the official supplier of timepieces for the U.S. military, producing highly accurate marine chronometers and field watches as war loomed on the horizon. That same year, Hamilton also celebrated its legacy of precision by timing the premiere of Charlie Chaplin's Modern Times in New York Citya fitting nod to both industrial innovation and cinematic history.