Circa 1957-1962.
First released on January 3, 1957, the Ventura was the world's first battery-powered watch, and it remains one of the most popular watch styles even after 65+ years. White Venturas are quite rare as less of them were made in comparison to the yellow gold version. This asymmetric watch is in superb condition, with a 505 electric movement and fresh battery included. The 14K white gold case is in superb condition with only minor scratches seen when magnified and the lugs look sharp with limited wear. The 14K Rhodium plated dots look stunning against the black dial and the Dauphine style hands and red tipped sweep seconds hand are all true to form. The acrylic crystal is newly installed and the crown hack function is fully operational. The crown is original to the watch and it is signed with the Hamilton “H”. This Ventura case was manufactured by S&W and reads: Hamilton W. Co., Lancaster PA, 14K Gold, S289730, S&W. The case measures approximately 31mm wide (excluding the crown) x 45mm from lug end to lug end.
First released on January 3, 1957, the Ventura was the world's first battery-powered watch, and it remains one of the most popular watch styles even after 65+ years. White Venturas are quite rare as less of them were made in comparison to the yellow gold version. This asymmetric watch is in superb condition, with a 505 electric movement and fresh battery included. The 14K white gold case is in superb condition with only minor scratches seen when magnified and the lugs look sharp with limited wear. The 14K Rhodium plated dots look stunning against the black dial and the Dauphine style hands and red tipped sweep seconds hand are all true to form. The acrylic crystal is newly installed and the crown hack function is fully operational. The crown is original to the watch and it is signed with the Hamilton “H”. This Ventura case was manufactured by S&W and reads: Hamilton W. Co., Lancaster PA, 14K Gold, S289730, S&W. The case measures approximately 31mm wide (excluding the crown) x 45mm from lug end to lug end.