Pete Regnier's Hamilton Raleigh Watch




1932 Hamilton Raleigh
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"In 1930 Hamilton retired most of the original geometric models and introduced a bunch of new replacements that would be made for the next few years. One of the new models was the Raleigh, produced through 1932.
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The Raleigh came in all three gold filled options, green, white or natural yellow. It came with a luminous dial or an etched numeral dial. Models came plain or engraved."
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Dr. Regnier's timepiece is a plain version of a Hamilton Raleigh in a 14K yellow gold-filled case showcasing an etched gothic numeral dial and a three piece case. Case measurements are approximately 30mm in width x 40mm. The Raleigh has its original leather watchband. It is powered by a grade 987-F manual hand winding movement with 17 jewels. It cost $50 in 1932 -- the equivalent of $850 in 2020 (!!!)