Introducing the Chrono-Matic 50, Another Hit From Hamilton’s Archives
Hamilton?s newest chrono is a big, brash, and colorful tribute to one of their earliest automatic chronographs, the Chrono-Matic GMT Count-Down, otherwise know as the Chronomatic E. That watch, a combination chronograph/GMT, is now an extremely sought after collector?s piece as it represents a somewhat rare modular iteration of the historic Caliber 11, a movement credited as the first automatic chronograph movement and made in a partnership between Heuer, Hamilton, Breitling, and Buren. While this new watch, dubbed the Chrono-Matic 50, ditches the GMT complication of the original, it absolutely nails the ’70s sports watch vibe, while also displaying a distinct and modern flavor. Let?s dig in.
Hamilton Chrono-Matic 50
Case Material: Stainless steel Dial: Black with white subdials and red highlightsÂ
Dimensions: 48.5 x 51.5mm
Crystal: SapphireÂ
Water Resistance: 100 metersÂ
Crown: Push/pullÂ
Movement: H-31 AutomaticÂ
Strap/bracelet: Black strap with holes and red inlayÂ
Price: $2,595
Reference Number: H51616731
Expected Release:Â Late November
At first look, the dial of the Chrono-Matic 50 has a busy, almost Navitimer-esque quality to it, but if you take your time and look at it closely, it?s actually quite logically laid out and its use of color goes a long way in helping the wearer identify quite a bit with a passing glance. The dominant design element on the dial is probably the rotating countdown timer in white and black, with dramatic red accent...
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