Hamilton Watches

Timing Railroad, Military, and the Skies

Founded in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Hamilton's legacy began with precision pocket watches, earning it the title "The Watch of Railroad Accuracy" for its role in ensuring safe rail travel. This commitment to quality caught the attention of the American military in 1914, leading to five Army-Navy ‘E’ Awards. Hamilton's accuracy was so exceptional that its Time Comparator could determine a chronometer's dial error within 1/100th of a second per day. Hamilton's contribution extended to aeronautical history, accompanying the first U.S. Airmail service, and continues today as the choice of pilots worldwide. The brand's game-changing innovations in the mid-20th century have left an indelible mark on the world of watchmaking.