What’s so special
This vintage Hamilton Big Eye Manual Wind Chronograph is a classic timepiece that was produced in the mid 1960s. The watch features a Valjoux 7733 movement, which is a high-quality mechanical movement that was widely used in chronograph watches of the era. The movement is manually wound, meaning that it must be wound by hand on a regular basis to keep accurate time.
The case of the watch is made by J-R Gorgerat, a Swiss watch case manufacturer that was known for producing high-quality cases for a variety of watch brands. The case is made of stainless steel and has a diameter of approximately 38mm, which was considered large for the time period. The case also features a screw-down case back, which helps to protect the movement from dust and moisture.
The dial of the watch is the most distinctive feature, with large sub-dials at the 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock positions it is commonly referred to as the “big eye” or “reverse panda”. The right sub-dial is used to measure elapsed minutes with the chronograph function. The main dial is a beautiful shade of brown, with white and red accents for the hour markers and hands.
The Vintage Hamilton Big Eye Manual Wind Chronograph Valjoux 7733 J-R is a highly sought-after timepiece among collectors of vintage watches. Its combination of a high-quality movement, distinctive dial design, and beautiful case make it a true classic of mid-century watchmaking.
About this example
This example comes to you in good condition on a new red, green and black nato strap. The dial and hands are in well preserved condition. The case preserves its original geometry well but has some wear as expected with age. The dial is in remarkable condition for its age. The movement was just serviced and is keeping excellent time and all chronograph functions work.
