Circa 1964-1965.
The Hamilton Summit II is a scarce, highly collectible mid-century wristwatch which debuted in June 1964 with an original retail price of $115.00. Its production run was short-lived because by 1969, the introduction of quartz technology rendered early electric balance-wheel movements entirely obsolete. This watch features a distinctive, sharp faceted cushion-style case made of 10K yellow gold-filled material. Pristine, unpolished factory examples are famous for an original brushed finish across the bezel. Because light polishing easily rubs this texture away, finding a Summit II like this with its original brushed grain intact is exceptionally rare. The silver finish dial consists of stylized applied gold numerals at the 12 and 6 positions interspersed with etched gold markers and batons. Positioned uniquely near the 4 o'clock mark rather than 3 o'clock, the crown controls a built-in hacking function that is fully functional. Powering this timepiece is a genuine Hamilton 505 adjusted electric movement fitted with a brand new battery and tested for 24 hours keeping good time. The case was manufactured by Star W.C. Co. and reads: Hamilton W. Co., Lancaster PA, 10K Goldfilled, R175447, Star W.C. Co., 893764. The case measures approximately 29mm x 35mm from lug end to lug end.
The Hamilton Summit II is a scarce, highly collectible mid-century wristwatch which debuted in June 1964 with an original retail price of $115.00. Its production run was short-lived because by 1969, the introduction of quartz technology rendered early electric balance-wheel movements entirely obsolete. This watch features a distinctive, sharp faceted cushion-style case made of 10K yellow gold-filled material. Pristine, unpolished factory examples are famous for an original brushed finish across the bezel. Because light polishing easily rubs this texture away, finding a Summit II like this with its original brushed grain intact is exceptionally rare. The silver finish dial consists of stylized applied gold numerals at the 12 and 6 positions interspersed with etched gold markers and batons. Positioned uniquely near the 4 o'clock mark rather than 3 o'clock, the crown controls a built-in hacking function that is fully functional. Powering this timepiece is a genuine Hamilton 505 adjusted electric movement fitted with a brand new battery and tested for 24 hours keeping good time. The case was manufactured by Star W.C. Co. and reads: Hamilton W. Co., Lancaster PA, 10K Goldfilled, R175447, Star W.C. Co., 893764. The case measures approximately 29mm x 35mm from lug end to lug end.