Vintage Hamilton Linwood Curved Rectangular Dress Watch – 14K GF (Runs)
$ 97.68
Description
Vintage Hamilton Linwood Curved Rectangular Dress Watch – 14K GF (Runs). This Linwood is a standout from Hamilton’s famous “Curvex” lineup—elegant, understated, and instantly recognizable to collectors. Case: 14K yellow gold-filled (marked “14 Karat Gold Filled” with “S&W” for Star Watch Case Co., a Hamilton supplier), with gently bowed sides, stepped lugs, and original crown. Case: 14K yellow gold-filled (marked “14 Karat Gold Filled” with “S&W” for Star Watch Case Co., a Hamilton supplier), with gently bowed sides, stepped lugs, and original crown. The case shows honest patina and light wear consistent with its 80+ year age—gold-filled layer intact with no major plating loss. • Dial: Original silver/gray-toned sterling silver dial in very good condition, featuring bold applied gold Arabic numerals (1–12), delicate gold alpha-style hands, and a framed subsidiary seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. The distinctive gold star symbol (★) just below the 6 is a hallmark of the authentic Linwood model—often missing on restored examples. • Movement: Manual-wind Hamilton caliber (likely Grade 980 or 982, 17-21j. These movements are known for reliability and craftsmanship. Watch dates from approx 1938-1941 • Bracelet: Integrated gold-plated stainless expansion style bracelet • Dimensions: Approximately 21mm wide (excluding crown) x 45mm lug-to-lug—wears larger due to the curve • Crystal: Likely original or period acrylic (minor scratches typical for age) This Linwood is a standout from Hamilton’s famous “Curvex” lineup—elegant, understated, and instantly recognizable to collectors. The watch is currently running and keeping time. Service history is unknown. As with most vintage watches, service will be necessary in the future. Accuracy and/or power reserve not tested over 24 hours. Sold “as‑is” as a vintage mechanical watch. Please see my photos since they are part of my description
