Rare Hamilton "Bates" Mid-Century Modern design men's wristwatch in solid 10K yellow gold, circa 1955.

The "Bates" has unique squiggly lugs and a waffle-textured dial. It is a rare watch and appeared in only one catalogue... 1955. This is the first I have offered in many years. It is in excellent condition showing only light wear. Caseback is excellent and unengraved. The case measures 37mm long and 23mm wide. Refinished dial is superb, has solid 18K gold applied numerals and pyramid markers. Acrylic crystal is superb. The watch is powered by its correct 19-jewel Hamilton grade 754 manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong.

Price $975.