What to Know Before Buying A Hamilton Watch (History, Collection Overview, & Top Picks)

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One of the brands I always recommend when it comes to affordable Swiss watches is Hamilton. With a broad offering spanning hundreds of references across several major model families, the overall Hamilton collection can be a bit confusing. With that in mind, I wanted to put together a video that tells you everything you need to know to understand where to look when it comes to Hamilton watches. If you like this concept, be sure to comment other brands we could cover in this style down below!
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@2steaksandwiches665 2 года назад

I have a Hamilton pocket watch from 1950. It was my grandfathers when he graduated college. It still keeps amazing time and he last had it serviced in the 60s. It’s now on display in a crystal dome on a hook. Very cool.

@matthewholzner9526 2 года назад

Same!

@2steaksandwiches665 2 года назад

@@matthewholzner9526 Awesome. I actually found this website that could converted into a watch but I felt the doing that would be a disgrace to my grandfathers legacy. The patina of 70 years of use is actually pretty awesome. He bought that when he had nothing

@matthewholzner9526 2 года назад

@@2steaksandwiches665 excellent choice. It's beautiful on its own

@joshuaalvarez988 2 года назад

It's evident that the man hours dedicated to making your videos has increased dramatically over the last couple years. Outstanding job! The production is great, the outline and table of contents in the intro is a unique user friendly experience.

@P4P5 2 года назад

I bought Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic as my first watch. Its fantastic! Wearing it daily.

@icolater27 2 года назад

I was about to buy one recently but went for the new seiko 5 field watch. Terrible idea 😞

@ehudwolpe 2 года назад

My second automatic was Hamilton Khaki field day-date. The first is sitting in my drawer since …

@mymaingotbanned2648 2 года назад

Same, i don't know anything about watches tho. Any maintenance tips or just general tips when it comes to watches would be greatly appreciated.

@larryfishkind5387 2 года назад

Congratulations. Beautiful watch

@timculhane2059 2 года назад

I bought one too. Black dial on black leather strap. Awesome daily. 80 hour power reserve so convenient. Also bought an intramatic. Hard to argue the value proposition with Hamilton.

@shadowgolem9158 2 года назад

I love these history heavy posts! Please consider doing one of these for every brand that has this much background. It could be longer too.

@GrumpyBloger Год назад

He'll do it in case other brands pay for this as Hamilton did :)

@erikmayer6529 2 года назад

Just bought a khaki field auto as my first automatic watch, has just been eco-drives up to this point…. I absolutely love it!

@Jry088 2 года назад

I'm a proud owner of a Hamilton Jazz master. It was my first entry level watch and I'll keep forever.

@robertosans5250 2 года назад

Great video! A similar one for Longines might be a good idea, they have a large range of models which can be confusing at times. Love my X wind Chrono to bits!

@kenlivingston3111 2 года назад

Love that black dial chronograph near the beginning of the video,just beautiful.

@chadsmith3171 2 года назад

This content is really so incredibly valuable to anyone interested in watches. Thanks again, Teddy.

@LvlogS. 7 месяцев назад

Currently wear the Jazzmaster - blue dial with Roman numerals. No extra complications, but as a daily, it’s very very nice! It was my first automatic watch and I’m very proud of it! 😌

@jamesfrazier4005 Год назад

Just bought my first good watch and it's a Hamilton. I got the Thinline auto to go with my outfits and it's been a real treat so far

@Beeker0420 2 года назад

Hamilton Khaki Automatic was my first watch and loved to hear the history and product line overview! Great vids as always!

@theodoretemir 2 года назад

Nobody?OK I will ask then...what is that amazing moca espresso jacket you wear, Teddy? Enlighten us!

@glennchaffin8446 20 дней назад

I'm considering the Jazzmaster Open Heart Automatic with the numbered blue dial as my first Hamilton watch. Thanks for this video Teddy.

@therealtw90 2 года назад

I literally just bought a Khaki Field mechanical for an employee of mine, just promoted him to manager position and thought he needed a good first watch. Im anxious to see it in person myself honestly so I can look at buying the white dial version. I rock a Khaki Field Auto as my daily wear and it was my first watch. Absolutely a fan of their field watches!

@wdou451 2 года назад

you are a good boss.

@therealtw90 2 года назад

@@wdou451 thanks dude!

@Chipchap-xu6pk 2 года назад

I've been repairing vintage watches for a few years now. Almost all of the gold ones (Longines, Omega etc) were long service awards from the 50's to the 70's. I thought that sort of class from an employer was over, but you have just restored my faith that there are still decent employers out there.

@dennisthespeedmenace7530 Год назад

Own three Hamilton’s auto’s and my favorite is the aviator khaki auto 42mm “Cooper” and with the light brown leather band with H logo with wings. So comfortable to wear I forget I have a watch on my wrist. Best 800$ I’ve ever spent. More people ask me about this watch than my Tuder Pepsi.

@iamAurel1us Год назад

What an absolute amazing boss you are ❤ we get tenfold what we give. Your a good man 💪

@jamesdaly1111 6 месяцев назад

The square dress watch is very nice, the proportions look better than some tank style watches. Hamilton are a great fit within the Swatch group, they compliment their other brands very nicely. I have a feeling the field watches will be getting the collaboration treatment sooner rather than later which will bring a lot more interest to the brand.

@RealDealHolyfield2099 2 года назад

I am truly impressed by Mr. Baldassarre's overview of watches. Well beyond the superficial analysis of the surface features, he is fluent in his knowledge of the families of movements, the certifications, the histories, orientations within the market, and even mentions Hertz! What a professional. This video series stands head and shoulders above other on RU-vid. Sets the standard in my opinion.

@joshuafillgrove5159 2 года назад

As a Lancaster native, Hamilton is my go to brand. Just added a vintage Hamilton 6080 to my collection that was previously displayed at the National Watch and Clock Museum. Great work, as always, Teddy.

@jerrylawrence826 2 года назад

Hamilton watch meant a lot in my elementary school years as I was brought up /raised, by the treasurer of the company.

@jerrylawrence826 2 года назад

I will add that ironically, I now live in our home almost on top of The National Watch & Clock Museum.

@MrJacksjb 2 года назад

I just purchased my first Hamilton last week. Khaki Field Automatic date with black dial. Also my first mechanical watch. My kids make fun of me as I just hold it up sometimes so I can hear it tick.

@thisoldbelair 2 года назад

I love the Intra-Matic Chrono. It’s beautiful. My first Hamilton will be a Khaki field auto. Haven’t decided between the khaki and khaki king, I like the, both but love the 38mm khaki size. Thanks for the video on my favorite brand. I’d really like to see this type of video for Tissot, Bulova, Omega, Seiko, and IWC. Be fun to see what you have to say about these brands as a whole, like you did here.

@vaughan2203 2 года назад

There is similarity between it and the Raymond Weil Freelancer, but I like the Hammy more.

@Furniture121 2 года назад

I have a Khaki Pilot Day Date, and love it. I think Hamilton is the ultimate "starter" Swiss watch if you're military, or America. Marathon is up there, but they are a bit more niche.

@waspstinger01 2 года назад

Oh my. Teddy, are you wearing a "leisure suit" from the 1970's?? Anyway, your presentation today hit it out of the park! Bravo! I'm loving my black Ventura and blue & gold Broadway. I also have a vintage 1947 Hamilton tank that keeps almost perfect time. I challenge you to do a similar show on Tissot and/or Longines. But, PLEASE, do it without the leisure suit. Rock on.

@lukelu7418 2 года назад

Please cover other brands as well. Great work.

@canadianwatchmonkey3992 2 года назад

Killing it as usual. Best watch related content on the internet!

@angelacasella7996 2 года назад

Fak

@ayandey137 2 года назад

Yeah man, the quality of his videos is insane!

@peterbush1595 Год назад

Got a Khaki OTW. Cant wait. Much respect for your work. You are the source

@TheSchmed 2 года назад

I think a few, like myself, get mixed up with Hamilton and Hamilton Beach, the latter making cheap appliances, which I also associated with the watch.

@tinymotogarage 2 года назад

I'm thinking about a Navy Scuba. I have a few watches plus I fly and dive and the truth is, the dive/fly watches are more of a theme than an actual useful tool. Try reading tiny letters and faffing with clickers and minuscule dials in bad weather when your single pilot in poor light - or messing with whatever stuff on your wrist when diving. Truth is, when flying we use computers that have redundancies (and we have phones with incredible apps too) and when diving, we use dive computers and we go with buddies (and have tables). In both instances, a simple, tough, accurate and HIGHLY legible timepiece is nice too. Navy Scuba is all that I think - plus it's not huge and at $750, a decent buy.

@nah9935 2 года назад

I’ve always seen these around on online watch groups but the prices are so high. This helps me understand it a little bit more.

@lordbogus6709 2 года назад

New or used??

@DEllisMusic 2 года назад

They are hands down one of my absolute favorite brands of all time. I’ve got my khaki pilot on now as we speak

@prakash2814 Год назад

I saw Hamilton in Interstellar and got curious. I came here to check if I will ever want-to-wear it. Good informative video. Thank you for sharing

@derekwalter4238 2 года назад

My first Swiss watch was a khaki field mechanical. It's still one of my most accurate movements.

@jonathanmiles897 2 года назад

My first luxury watch was Khaki Field Automatic green dial. I love it. Wear it all the time.

@kennedymcgovern5413 2 года назад

I am a big fan. So far, I own the Khacki King, the Jazzmaster and the Khacki Navy. Who knows if the future will have me buying more, but the fact that I own three already is a statement.

@194misterx Год назад

I have a Jazzmaster Open Heart Viewmatic. I love it.

@dmarti47 2 года назад

Teddy, I was expecting you’d mention the Boulton as a go-to Hamilton dress watch. At least for me, it’s the watch I would choose for dressy occasions from Hamilton’s several collections.

@avalosalex1993 Год назад

Yeah I got the brown strap boulton the other day and I love pairing them with my Chelsea boots

@iansclone Год назад

Great job, I'd love to see more "What To Know Before Buying (insert brand) Watch" content!

@scottshields4569 2 года назад

Keep these coming with other brands. Loved it!

@patrickhanly7458 2 года назад

Thanks for this excellent overview! I own several Hamilton watches and I enjoyed learning more about the brand. Great job.

@G-rig6969 2 года назад

Good rundown on the brand and model offerings :). I have a few Swisse automatics and homages, mostly all divers. Just ordered a Hamilton khaki field mechanical :). Liked the day date but a lot of those are too much bling, little to no ar coating and would be better in brushed finished like IWC when you are heading into pilots. Personal preference but wanted something kind of vintage and a fan of fauxtina. Agree about so many models within Hamilton. That black intramatic is beautiful, was close to getting one (on special at the moment) they are thick but one day.. Tissot and Oris are usually solid choices depending on style.

@garythomas3150 2 года назад

Great video! Do this with Tissot. They are overwhelming too.

@willelliott5052 Год назад

Thanks for a great video. I was a little disappointed to not see any mention of the H76726130. I just purchased one and eagerly await to receive it.

@drkbarry Год назад

Love the new Khaki Navy scuba 43mm with black case and strap.

@rickfanning5647 2 года назад

Khaki Field Mechanicals are awesome. Go buy one. Seriously. Great video - So much information and great video work in under 20 minutes.

@erikbianchi7427 2 года назад

Love this vid. Hope you make this a regular series. Id love to see one on Nomos

@gregwilliams9 2 года назад

I inhereted my grandpa's and great-grandpa's Hamiltons their mill gave them. I love Hamilton.

@davidcrandall4958 Год назад

I believe the most important thing to know is H10 movements are free sprung,Lazer regulatd so expensive to repair and maintain,with longer wait time!

@howardsamuels9815 2 года назад

This was amazing and educational Teddy. Yes please do other episodes of other Watch Brands…

@coris3436 2 года назад

Love any Hamilton from the 70s. Really different looks and styles

@Jake_AC 2 года назад

The Jazzmaster is a little plain alone. But, I LOVE my Jazzmaster Open Heart. It is the perfect balance of subtle dress watch and something interesting.

@matthewholzner9526 2 года назад

My first "real" watch was inherited from my great-grandfather: A 1942 Hamilton 992 Railroad Pocket Watch. It got me started down this long and expensive road and I own a few more Hamiltons. Thank you for this excellent video examining this historic and really fun brand.

@gadgalleto5906 2 года назад

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@omegaknight01 2 года назад

I have a Jazzmaster with ETA 2892, which is incredibly accurate, and yesterday I bought a Khaki Field Aviation automatic with H30 and an 80-hour power reserve with a blue dial. Hamilton watches offer a lot for their price, which justifies their purchase.

@patrickjeter7928 2 года назад

I've got a blue Khaki Scuba and like it a lot. Less chunky than most divers and even gets dressy on a leather strap.

@hplfd1 2 года назад

The Hami was my 28th - it's still perfect for N°28. Collecting watches for over 20 years ;-)

@joshsowers 2 года назад

Absolutely love my jazzmaster day date in silver, on a black crocodile strap

@antoniobaker3481 2 года назад

Thank you for the walk-through of the brand!

@marketingsuccess2637 2 года назад

Thanks for making such informative and well executed videos!

@CaptTSam 4 месяца назад

Yes love the brand rundown. Thank you

@TheCyclingCardio 2 года назад

Finally..a Brand focused video 👍🏼 I like that you point out the strength of a particular brand line up..like for Hamilton, it’s the Khaki and the Intra-Matic..like for the Omega, it’s the seamaster and speedmaster..I think, for someone starting out into the world of luxury watch, it is important to choose the model that really represents what brand is really about

@LexA-y1b 2 года назад

Hi! For Hamilton what model will it represent the for the brand? Thanks

@seafoam2621 2 года назад

Every watch collection must have at least one Hamilton 😀. Great brand with some fantastic pieces! Thanks for this video. I think I need to add another Hammy to my collection 🤪

@jett_royce 2 года назад

Great video. As a person getting into watches, these broad brand introductions are useful. I'm thinking of getting Hamilton's new Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer 38mm automatic as my first Swiss watch. Would like a video of you reviewing it.

@metroecco7908 2 года назад

Wow something affordable and looks awesome didn’t know about this brand

@WeibenWang 2 года назад

Personally, I find Hamilton dress watches a lot more interesting than Tissot. They have more character. Tissot designs strike me as really anodyne, and none of them do much for me.

@otiiintravel6673 2 года назад

I like both brand, i admit i prefer hamilton especially for chronos i have a jazzmaster autochrono, but the tissot le locle is so damn class when your well dressed

@sourabhshetty2200 2 года назад

I'm torn between Jazzmaster Viewmatic Open Heart and Le Locle. Still can't make up my mind.

@WeibenWang 2 года назад

I have a Viewmatic skeleton I really like (though I don't wear it much anymore). The Le Locle doesn't really do anything for me, but that's just a matter of taste.

@sourabhshetty2200 Год назад

Btw I bought something else altogether. A Seiko SPB243J1 1959 Alpinist Reinterpretation

@paulhopkins1905 Год назад

I love Hamilton, but my Tissot Gentleman is better than my Hamiltons

@Scapone2001 10 месяцев назад

You need chapters in your videos

@a.m.m.4592 2 года назад

My first mechanical was a Jazz Master Power Reserve. Great watch and I still have it.

@fnherzog 2 года назад

I bought the Hamilton American Classic Chronograph. Unfortunately, after I got it, the Chrono-Hand wouldn't reset properly. Everytime you stopped the watch, it failed to reset a few seconds. After 10 tries, the hand was being reset to the 30s mark. Sent it back to Hamilton, they serviced it under guarantee for free, within a few days. Now it works perfect!

@GeeeeVeeee 2 года назад

Although I tested the chronograph several times before I left the shop, it happened to my Auto Chrono as well. It wouldn’t reset to zero properly, so I had it serviced too.

@roycedot 2 года назад

@@GeeeeVeeee are you guys talking about the Intramatic?

@fnherzog 2 года назад

@@roycedot I'm talking about the H38416711

@mollari2261 2 года назад

Two Hamilton trends that turned me off the brand are the 3Hz beat rate (which was what I can get in a $200 Orient) and lack of a running seconds hand on several models (the sweeping seconds hand of a mechanical watch is big part of the appeal).

@mcorbet3 2 года назад

My first Hamilton was the classic black Ventura. That was followed by the Hamilton Khaki Murph and then I completed my collection with the American classic Intra-Matic. I love Hamilton watches. Their Chronograph may be in my future. I was thinking of the H and I see that you are recommending the black & white panda.

@davidcrandall4958 Год назад

Excellent Choices!

@Carlito797 2 года назад

the Ventura is the official Men in Black watch. Teddy! Hamilton and movies. They're up there with Rolex and Omega. :-) Great video though. I love my Khaki Field 38 mm with silver dial. My next one will almost certainly also be a Hamilton.

@Mr_Santo5 2 года назад

They are the king of field watches but I think their pilot and chrono's are just as appealing and often overlooked. I only own one, a Pilot Pioneer, but every Hamilton I have ever held has always felt like a quality watch worth more than it's price.

@stevenwitmer5555 2 года назад

The Jazzmaster is a great watch. I like the field watch but mine had problems with the crown. I was a little disappointed.

@georgmclaughlin9661 2 года назад

I'd like to see a,brand overview of Ball Watches. You should do a review of the Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator line, especially the Cinema.

@larryfishkind5387 2 года назад

I bought a Hamilton broadway chronograph automatic H-21 movement Really nicely made.. I do like the navy scuba look very much as well but my next watch probably will be either lower end tissot or a bit higher end longines

@l.a.carmona6841 2 года назад

Great video as always! Would love to see this type of brand-focused talk with Longines.

@themotofixery Год назад

I love this brand. Bought my first hamilton about 15 years ago and I still get enjoyment when I wear it. Now I have several. Hamilton has a special place in my heart when it comes to watch collecting.

@joshwindsor9908 2 года назад

Please make a video on best gift watches! Just in time for the holidays

@johnmarkyt7744 Год назад

Yesterday I bought the 38mm Murph as my first watch and I’m absolutely in love as a big Interstellar fan. I was undecided between that one and the Classic Khaki field but that has alzo the same movement for almost half the price. They make such beautiful watches.

@nathanaeljariza4075 Год назад

How are you liking the watch these days?

@johnmarkyt7744 Год назад

@@nathanaeljariza4075 I wear it almost every single day with a nato elastic strap khaki color and I LOVE it!

@chi1057 2 года назад

Thanks Teddy - great content as always. 👍

@WestCoastAce27 2 года назад

Great format. Tissot next, please.

@michaelbrown7265 2 года назад

Thank you Teddy for being a watch nerd like the rest of us and specifically talking about what people wanna genuinely know! You the man I can tell you though this video through thoroughly

@frankengels5275 2 года назад

Also; when it needs a repair after just 1 year of occasional wear, you lose the watch for like 3-4 months..

@thomasallen3818 2 года назад

About 15 years ago Hamilton made a limited edition 18kt yellow gold 38mm automatic chronograph using a Valjoux 7750. I have number 79/150. It has a classic white porcelain dial with 18kt gold hands. A couple of years ago I bought the white faced panda chronograph. I enjoy both.

@mikesey1 2 года назад

Wow!! I hope you have it insured , it must be worth a bomb!

@markbock3027 2 года назад

I’ve been a big Hamilton fan for years. The combination of heritage, design, features, and value is hard to beat, especially the Khaki Aviation range. But I do agree, they’re lagging a bit in dive watches. In that category they’re being handily beaten by Glycine and their Combat Sub line. I’m not sure that the Invicta acquisition has done Glycine much good, but if nothing else, it has made lots of different Combat Sub models available for under $500, and they’re still really nice watches with a lot of heritage of their own. There’s an idea for another video - a history of Glycine, their most important models, and what the Invicta acquisition has meant (maybe including a little detective work to find out what is currently going on with them, and why it’s so hard to find any models other than the Combat Sub).

@goncalocardoso8050 2 года назад

Glycine? Is that Chinese?

@rodenwald 2 года назад

That´s the way of live for so many traditional companies. Glycine is Invicta, Hamilton is Swatch, Jaguar is Tata Motors and Ray Ban is Luxottica Group in Italy. :( But I do love my Glycine Airmans with the temporary Invicta inspired logo. :)

@ellardpineda 3 месяца назад

Watching this because my Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic came to the house today! Love this watch!

@adamholliday3391 2 года назад

Great timing. I'm looking at purchasing the khaki field white dial.

@briteppr62 2 года назад

Hi Teddy, great video, very informative. If you don't mind me asking, what's that jacket that you're sporting? Very stylish. Thanks for all of your wonderful content & output. Cheers!

@hypnotoads 2 года назад

Got myself a brand new Khaki Field a couple of years back and it went wrong almost immediately. Admittedly I put it through a lot, but after lasting just a day in the ‘field’ I no longer have confidence in its robustness. Shame, as I love the way it looks 🤔

@michaelnotman8493 2 года назад

Pieces look great but I wish they would cut down on the lug to lug size. Makes all of their pieces wear larger than they should

@Think_Up 5 месяцев назад

Hamilton and Seiko make watches that are more than enough to never "need" anything higher end. And you won't look like a try hard, phony while wearing one. I have many higher end watches but my first mechanical watch was a Hamilton and I still love it.

@geoffbyrne9886 2 года назад

I have a w10 from 1975 . I tried to get it service done by Hamilton a few years back & they wouldn't do it but they did offer me 50% off any watch made . i still have it never part with it

@edwardwolf1717 2 года назад

Looking to purchase entry level first Swiss watch - Hamilton Khaki filed watch - auto - thank you for the videos

@DrNeat 2 года назад

Absolutely love the brand. Their designs resonate with me perfectly. Great video Teddy, you should do more of these.

@seabiscuit726142 2 года назад

The new version (no date) of the Khaki Navi Scuba has a WR of 300 meters, up from the 100 meters of the old version.

@Megabight 5 месяцев назад

I Just bought my First automatic watch - Hamilton Broadway (gray/black) few days ago, and I love them so much. Why do you think this model is not as much discussed?

@DanTheMailman330 Год назад

I have my grandfather's 30 year award Hamilton Masterpiece mechanical from BF Goodrich in Akron, Ohio. It was manufacturered in the early 1960s. A stunning and sleek dress watch and one of my prized possessions. I plan on buying a Murph for my son in a year as a graduation present.

@franklinmellott2319 7 месяцев назад

I love my Hamiltons (KF Auto, Cooper, & OG Murph) w/ one caveat ... that polished bezel seems to pick up nicks very easily. I don’t beat mine by any means, but the nicks just keep appearing.

@ohmygonzalez 2 года назад

Your jacket is 🔥 if you can supply a link or the brand name I’d appreciate it. Great videos btw 🤘

@newnowapv 2 года назад

Yes, amazing video!

@aaditya9090 2 года назад

I have my eye on the Boulton for so long can't choose between the quartz or mechanical

@milankovacevic1483 2 года назад

Great vid, but your jacket stole the show :)

@CRosa-tt6tl 2 года назад

Great topic I own the interstellar Cooper beautiful watch Day date perfect size with a great ETA movement can't beat the price or the build quality and looking at the cronos for my next purchase great video always informative thank you !