I just bought this and Think the hands are in correct. This is the same 990 that I am needing a dial for it is a 4 footed one. My first 990 Hamilton and I'm as happy as a lark that I found it at the local Fleamarket.
I'm sure these hands would of been easy to read on a dark night in the cab of an old coal burner Locomotive.
Posts: 3323 | Location: Illinois in the USA | Registered: July 06, 2010
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IMHO the answer is neither. The first set of hands is too late and the second set is too early. What you want for a 990 is a matched set of Hamilton heavy spade hands, as illustrated on page 365 of the fat book.
Best Regards,
Ed
Posts: 6696 | Location: Southwestern Pennsylvania, USA | Registered: April 19, 2004
Ed, if you could possibly post a picture of what Gene is looking for, I may be able to help him, as I think I may have those particular hands. Regards, Brad
Posts: 956 | Location: Wenatchee, Washington in the USA | Registered: December 14, 2010
The book Ed refers to is "Complete Guide to Watches" the latest edition which we sell here, delivered price to IHC Members is only $27.95 to any address in the world or only $37.95 including dues...
About your hands, the image below shows what is normally considered correct for your watch. It would be great if Brad can help you with this project. Thanks to Brad for offering to help!
Lindell
Early 16-size Hamilton with correct hands...
Posts: 10553 | Location: Northeastern Ohio in the USA | Registered: November 19, 2002
