Pocket Watch Database

From the American Horology Archive:

Hamilton Watch Co.

Grade: 974 Special

Manufacturer: Hamilton
Manufacturer Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Movement Serial Number: 2490232
Grade: 974 Special
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1928
Run Quantity: 2,000
Grade/Model Run: 1 of 24
Grade/Model Total Production: 24,523
Size: 16s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Double Roller: Yes
Barrel: Going
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 3
Adjusted to Temperature: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 22.3, 38.0, 57.1
Hamilton 16s Dial Feet Research
Data Research: 1953 Hamilton Serial List
Case: Various
Run ID: 2245.G1.16S1358.162M514.O1638.L1365.17J1348
Database Version: v52.245
Advanced Metrics
PWDB Absolute Rarity Index:
Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
73.83
PWDB Relative Rarity Index:
Rarity within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
32.39
Share of Production:
Share within Manufacturer - Scoped for Grade/Size/Model/Configuration
0.230%
Registry Population: 12 (0.60%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): 0% Analyzing 106 Sales
Research Note: #2491903, #2490076: Reported as Marked "974 Special."

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Verification Reports for this Run

The following reports have been graciously submitted by dedicated members in reference to this production run. These reports are useful to verify data and track inaccuracies that require further research. Please note that reports may contain inaccurate information or assumptions that must be dilligently considered with other available sources.


Anonymous · August 18, 2021

Serial Number 2490603 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 11, 2021

Serial Number 2490076 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Marked 974 Special
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · August 11, 2021

Serial Number 2490076 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Tarzan1942 1 · July 1, 2021

Serial Number 2491903 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: My movement #2491903 is a 974 special rather than
a 974. What is the difference?
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The 974 Special was adjusted to three positions.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · May 4, 2021

Serial Number 2490601 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This watch belonged to my Grandfather who worked
for the railroad, so it must have been deemed
"railroad grade" for he was part of the train crew
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. No, this watch is not adjusted to positions and would not have qualified for railroad service. It is possible your grandfather had a different watch he used for work or was part of the crew that did not require an approved watch.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · November 23, 2020

Serial Number 2490754 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · November 22, 2020

Serial Number 2490217 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · April 9, 2019

Serial Number 2490085 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · December 31, 2018

Serial Number 2490096 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · November 4, 2018

Serial Number 2490737 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special

Anonymous · March 22, 2018

Serial Number 2490232 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anjones 1 · February 26, 2018

Serial Number 2490232 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · January 17, 2018

Serial Number 2490232 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anjones 1 · January 17, 2018

Serial Number 2490232 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · January 5, 2018

Serial Number 2490961 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

canadadan Supporter 12 · April 1, 2017

Serial Number 2491202 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · February 19, 2016

Serial Number 2490746 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · December 2, 2015

Serial Number 2490048 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · April 1, 2015

Serial Number 2490092 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Well, mine's got the "974 Special" designation and
is marked Adjusted 3 positions, but otherwise
spot-on. Cheers. duffy l.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · February 17, 2015

Serial Number 2490049 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Hjnaparlo 22 · August 4, 2014

Serial Number 2491555 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · November 25, 2013

Serial Number 2490318 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · March 16, 2013

Serial Number 2491475 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · January 12, 2013

Serial Number 2490150 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2

Anonymous · December 29, 2012

Serial Number 2490150 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from 974 to 974 Special
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2