Hamilton Pinping Rock - Reissue - Circa 1988

The Hamilton Pinping Rock is probably the most legendary watch ever made in the USA. Hamilton was the premier watchmaker of the American continent since the mid 1800s.
The original Pinping Rock was very popular during the 1940's using mechanical movements made in the USA.
My Hamilton is a re-issue with a Swiss Quartz movement made by Swatch, the current owners of Hamilton Watches. It is a very nice watch even though it is a re-issue. The dial is an exact copy of the original Piping Rock shown below. The dial looks very similar to the famous Big Ben of London, and includes the most common complication of the early watches: a "second hand dial".
The fixed enameled bezel features roman numerals with the typical design feature at the 4 o'clock marker - notice the IIII ! (4 in roman numerals is IV I guess the watch designers ignored the roman numeral rules !!!)
The case is 18kt gold filled, and the back is stainless steel and features the limited edition number. The case is only 28.5x42.5mm. So for today's standards, it is a tiny watch.
The clasp is another interesting feature on this watch. The clasp moves to contour your wrist making this watch super comfortable to wear. I enjoy wearing this watch from time to time when i have to use an elegant time piece.

Hamilton Pinping Rock - Reissue - Circa 1988


















Original Hamilton Pinping Rock - 1927