A timeless vintage HMT Jayanth manual-winding dress watch featuring a radiant champagne sunburst dial, polished gold-toned linear stick indices, minimalist gold-toned hands, a contrasting red sweep seconds hand, “PARA SHOCK”, “17 JEWELS”, and traditional Jayanth cursive branding alongside the HMT logo.
Its polished round gold-plated case gives the watch a classic and refined vintage aesthetic, while the combination of the champagne dial and contrasting red seconds hand adds a distinctive character rarely seen on modern timepieces.
Powered by a 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement, this HMT Jayanth features traditional vintage HMT specifications. The stainless steel case back carries the reference 055995 along with technical markings including “PARA SHOCK” and “WATER RESISTANT.”
This example is assembled using original HMT components, including the vintage gold-plated case and original dial/movement components. The case remains exceptionally clean and retains its original green factory case-back sticker. It is currently paired with a new aftermarket brown leather strap for a clean and practical wearing option.
Collector’s Note
HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) holds an iconic place in the history of Indian watchmaking. Established as a public-sector undertaking, HMT went on to produce some of India’s most recognizable mechanical watches, many of which have become highly collectible among enthusiasts.
The Jayanth is appreciated for its elegant dress-watch proportions and classic hand-wound mechanical character. This example combines a radiant champagne sunburst dial, gold-plated round case, contrasting red seconds hand, and traditional Jayanth script branding.
Particularly appealing is the condition of the vintage case, which retains its original green factory sticker. While this watch is an assembled example rather than an untouched factory-assembled NOS watch, its use of original HMT components and exceptionally well-preserved case gives it strong collector appeal.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model / Reference: Jayanth / 055995
* Movement: Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Champagne Sunburst Dial with Stick Markers
* Hands: Gold-Toned Linear Hands with Red Sweep Seconds Hand
* Case Shape: Round
* Case Material: Gold-Plated Case
* Case Width: Approx. 34–36 mm, excluding crown
* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 40–42 mm
* Strap: New Aftermarket Brown Leather Strap
* Components: Original HMT Components — Assembled Example
* Origin: India
Case Back
The stainless steel case back retains its original green factory sticker and is stamped with:
* HMT logo
* Reference 055995
* “STAINLESS STEEL BACK”
* “PARA SHOCK”
* “WATER RESISTANT”
Condition
Original HMT Components — Assembled Example
This watch is assembled from original HMT components and should not be represented as an untouched factory-assembled NOS watch.
The vintage gold-plated case is in clean, exceptionally well-preserved condition and retains its original green factory case-back sticker. The dial and mechanical components are original HMT pieces.
The watch is currently fitted with a new aftermarket brown leather strap, which is not original to the watch.
Please refer to the product photographs carefully, as they provide the most accurate representation of the watch’s actual condition and configuration.
Why You’ll Love It
* Classic HMT Jayanth dress-watch design
* Radiant champagne sunburst dial
* Elegant gold-toned linear indices
* Distinctive contrasting red sweep seconds hand
* Traditional Jayanth cursive branding
* 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Clean vintage gold-plated case
* Original green factory case-back sticker retained
* Original HMT components
* Rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved assembled HMT Jayanth
* New leather strap for comfortable everyday wear
* Excellent addition to a collection of vintage Indian mechanical watches
Important Note
This is an assembled HMT example using original HMT components. It should not be considered an untouched factory-assembled NOS watch. The watch is presented in NOS Style condition based primarily on the exceptionally clean and well-preserved vintage case.
The supplied brown leather strap is new and aftermarket, and is not original to the watch.
Due to the age and nature of vintage manual-winding mechanical movements, timekeeping performance may vary and may not meet the accuracy standards of modern quartz watches.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, vintage watches are not pressure-tested and should not be assumed to be water-resistant despite markings on the case back.
All measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.
