H a m i l t o n C u s h i o n B
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Scarce Hamilton “Cushion B” men’s Modern design wristwatch in 10K yellow gold fill, circa 1941.
The “Cushion B” was originally introduced around 1930 with a 14K gold filled case and the 987-F movement. But from 1941 to 1949, Hamilton produced a small run of the “Cushion B” in 10K gold fill and using leftover 1920s grade 986 and grade 986A movements... perhaps as a means to move unsold obsolete movements and have some limited amount of watches to offer for sale to consumers while the factory was focused mainly on war production. Hamilton records indicate that only around 2,000 were produced, making it quite scarce. This example is in crisp, excellent condition with no brassing. Caseback is excellent and unengraved. Case measures 34mm long from lug to lug and 27mm wide. Original dial is excellent. Has new glass crystal. This watch is powered by its correct 17 jewel Hamilton grade 986 movement.
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