The Lancaster 085 Pocket Watch Conversion combines historical significance with modern craftsmanship in a compact 43mm design. Featuring a vintage Hamilton movement from 1949, it showcases gold numerals and Dauphine-style hands against a warm dial. An exhibition caseback reveals exquisite American artistry, while the machined stainless steel case and handcrafted leather strap add sophistication. Ideal for those who appreciate meticulous watchmaking history, this timepiece is both legible and elegant, making it a unique accessory for any occasion.
From the brand: What makes the Lancaster 085 unique:
At 43mm, the Lancaster 085 is the smallest pocket watch conversion we offer—an achievement made possible by the 10-size Hamilton movement inside. This compact size makes it one of the most wearable watches in our collection, blending historical significance with modern craftsmanship. Its raised gold numerals and Dauphine-style hands contrast beautifully against the warm, aged dial, while the sunken sub-seconds dial adds depth and balance to the design. A crisp outer minute track enhances legibility, a hallmark of Hamilton’s precision-focused approach to watchmaking.
Inside, this watch houses a 17-jewel Hamilton movement, originally manufactured in 1949. The Geneva-striped bridges and polished gears shine through the exhibition caseback, showcasing the artistry of American watchmaking. The machined stainless steel case with a smooth bezel enhances the dial’s vintage patina, while a vertical grooved crown adds a subtle industrial touch. Finished with a handcrafted leather strap, this timepiece is a seamless blend of form and function.
In 1949, the same year Hamilton manufactured this pocket watch, the United States saw the first non-stop flight around the world, completed by the Lucky Lady II—a B-50 Superfortress. This incredible feat of aviation was made possible by in-air refueling, a technology that revolutionized military and commercial flight. Just as aviation was pushing boundaries, American watchmakers like Hamilton were refining their craft, producing some of the most precise and beautiful movements of the era.
