1970s Hamilton Chrono-Matic

Why This Watch Matters

The Chrono-Matic is one of Hamilton’s most iconic chronographs. This example features the famed caliber 11 movement with micro-rotor and blue dial.

The Full Story

The caliber 11 is known as the first automatic chronograph movement, though Heuer and Seiko would say otherwise. Hamilton utilized this special caliber with hidden microtor in the Chrono-matic, like the one you see here. This example has a beautiful matte blue dial, full case with left-hand crown, and silvered tachymeter scale. If Hamilton is your jam this watch is it.

The Fine Print

Maker: Hamilton
Model: Chrono-matic
Reference: 11002-3
Year: Circa 1970s
Case No: 1693895
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 37mm diameter; 14mm thickness
Sapphire Crystal: No, plexiglass
Lume: Yes, tritium
Caliber: Automatic chronograph caliber 11
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Dark Olive Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 18mm
Box/Papers: No

What we Love and What You Should Know

This watch is in very good condition. The case has your regular scuffs and scratches consistent with age. The dial is very nice with minimal signs of aging. The lume plots are full, with the exception of the hands that are missing parts of the lume on the hour hand. The chronograph function works and the buttons are still crisp.