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Date 15. 10. 2022
Category Watchmaking
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It's been 130 years since the Hamilton brand was founded in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The pioneering luxury watchmaker is celebrating its birthday with some remarkable innovations that can take owners swimming underwater, navigating nature's tricky terrain or soaring into the skies. The collection of anniversary models shows why this Swiss watch remains synonymous with professional precision and timeless style.
The Hamilton brand was born in 1892 in the USA, where it quickly built a reputation for the precision of its pocket watches. Today, it is already a proud Swiss brand and its history is interwoven with significant milestones that have shaped modern watchmaking. The Hamilton workshops combine a rich American history with the precision of Swiss craftsmanship.
Hamilton is renowned as a great helper to many professionals. His fame dates back to the early 20th century, when he made railroading in the USA more precise. Engineers across America relied on the unerring accuracy of the Hamilton pocket watch, which became the standard for synchronizing the rail network.
Over its long history, the brand has expanded far beyond the railway station. It produced timepieces for the US military and its watches were also found on the wrists of civilian pilots, helping them to navigate safely through the skies. Not surprisingly, Hamilton watches soon became indispensable tools for those who demanded absolute reliability.
The brand's sporting spirit remains true to this day, which can be appreciated by both diving enthusiasts ( Khaki Navy model) and those who seek adventure on solid ground ( Khaki Field model) or want to enjoy a flight over the countryside ( Khaki Aviation model).
The fascinating history of Hamilton dive watches dates back to World War II, when the company developed the first waterproof models for the US Navy. The legendary 'frogmen' (elite divers) relied on these precision instruments during dangerous missions underwater.
In this anniversary year, the brand is even introducing a new precision instrument for lovers of the deep sea: the Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic. This dive watch is a modern interpretation of the original model that helped elite troops cope with challenging underwater conditions.
Named specifically after members of the US Navy (Frogman), the watch also brings accuracy, legibility and durability to today's frogmen. The water-resistant 46mm steel case is waterproof to 300 meters and features a crown protector, and offers a sporty look with a black dial and rubber strap in black or khaki.
Special attention has been paid to underwater legibility, which is why the minute hand and central seconds hand are filled with a Super-LumiNova fluorescent coating that ensures perfect visibility even in extreme conditions. The new watch is also available with a steel tension strap, which adds an elegant touch to this sporty model.
Hamilton has also opted for an ultra-modern look with the version whose case is coated with a black PVD layer. The watch is complemented by an anthracite lunette and the data on the dial displayed in the same colour. Inside the cases of the novelty beats an automatic movement H-10 with a power reserve of 80 hours, a thread made of Nivachron material, which makes the watch resistant to shocks, temperature differences and magnetic fields.
The Khaki Field collection represents the essence of the Hamilton brand - rugged, reliable and precise instruments ready to face any challenge. The new Khaki Field Titanium Automatic models are designed for modern adventurers who refuse to compromise between functionality and aesthetics.
Hamilton comes up with a significant innovation in this collection. In addition to the existing 42 mm size, the watches also get a sandblasted titanium case in a new 38 mm size. The use of titanium brings two major benefits - extreme scratch resistance and significantly lower weight compared to steel.
The titanium watches in this anniversary collection are available in three unique versions: with black dial and khaki nubuck strap for the classically oriented wearer, with khaki dial and brown nubuck strap for thefor those who prefer earthy tones, and finally with a PVD-coated case and grey dial and strap for those who love modern minimalist design.
Hamilton's aviation history dates back to 1918, when its watches accompanied the first US postal air service. Since then, it has become an essential part of cockpits around the world, inspiring many legendary models.
The new Khaki Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chronograph with 40mm steel case found inspiration in vintage RAF pilots' watches from the 1970s. This model represents the perfect synthesis of nostalgic design and modern technology.
The black grained dial displays all the data needed for flight calculations, just as it did in the 1970s. The beige Super-LumiNova layer on the hands and data recalls the vintage style of this aviation watch, while inside the case works a modern calibre from 2021 with a silicon thread and an impressive 60-hour power reserve.
Hamilton's birthday collections prove that even after 130 years, the brand remains true to its philosophy of creating watches that are precise, reliable and stylish. Hamilton stands for values that have stood the test of time - honest craftsmanship, technical excellence and timeless design. This is why the brand has won a loyal following among professionals and lay watchmaking enthusiasts alike.
The anniversary collection offers something for everyone - from divers who prefer the rugged Frogman, to adventurers looking for a reliable companion in the form of the Khaki Field, to nostalgic souls who appreciate the aeronautical DNA of the Khaki Pilot models.
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