American Spirit, Swiss Precision – Hamilton

Founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Hamilton Watch Company initially gained fame for its accurate railroad pocket watches, earning the title “The Watch of Railroad Accuracy.” During World War I, Hamilton produced wristwatches for the military, marking a shift from pocket watches to wristwatches. The brand continued to innovate, introducing the world’s first electric watch, the Ventura, in 1957, famously worn by Elvis Presley.

Hamilton transitioned to Swiss ownership in 1969 and is now part of the Swatch Group. The brand is known for its robust collections, including the Khaki Field, Jazzmaster, and Ventura, blending American heritage with Swiss precision. Hamilton remains a prominent name in both aviation and cinematic history, often featured in major films like “Interstellar” and “Men in Black”​