November 14, 2014, 17:10
Kenneth R. SloanHamilton script dial - black only? no red 5-min
I'm looking at a Hamilton script dial very much like the one cited as pre-1920's in the "Hamilton 992, 992E, and 992B Case & Dial Identification, *(1924-1971)" thread - but without the red 5-min numbers. Black and white only, just hour numbers.
Looks pristine. Is this a known reproduction? If not, can anyone identify it? In the alternative, can anyone point me at a resource to check? The dial isn't in Shugart, and I can't find it here (probably my fault).
November 14, 2014, 20:58
Richard RomeroMr. Sloan,
The dial in question is a genuine Hamilton dial. Dials have variations which are often subtle and hard to describe. Hence it’s always a good idea to post a picture.
This particular dial is signed Hamilton in block letters and not script. It is a #530 DS Breguet Arabic according to page 11 in a 1920 Hamilton Watch Material catalog that I don't think can be found on this website.
Signatures are a good way to approximately date dials but details can more accurately determine dates.
In order to learn more refer to:
Hamilton Railroad Porcelain Dials Below is an illustration showing the differences between script (
green ) and block (
blue ) signatures.
November 14, 2014, 20:59
Richard RomeroNotice on #436 dials how the earlier dial has a different seconds bit and the five minute marker numbers go radially around the dial and the 30 is upside down. All three dials are #436 but they all belong on different time period movements.
November 14, 2014, 21:44
Richard RomeroThat #530 is a nice looking dial. The only noticeable flaw I see is a hairline by the number 10 which reduces it's value. If possible a photo of the back of the dial is always good especially if it's suspected of being a reproduction.
RR
November 15, 2014, 01:55
Kenneth R. SloanSorry - my eyes played tricks on me - I could have sworn it was a script Hamilton - thanks for the info, and my apologies for the error.