{"product_id":"hmt-jhalak-white-open-heart-dial-17-jewels-manual-winding-watchex-india-externally-assembled-2","title":"HMT Jhalak White Open-Heart Dial 17 Jewels Manual-Winding — Watchex India (Assembled)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully presented HMT Jhalak featuring a crisp white open-heart dial with an aperture at the 9 o’clock position, revealing the movement’s balance wheel in operation. The dial combines classic Roman numerals, polished raised dot markers, fine stick indices and a detailed railway-track minute scale, complemented by a distinctive red sweep seconds hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by a 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement, this Jhalak carries the traditional HMT branding and model lettering on the dial, along with the Para Shock marking. Its polished black-finished round case gives the watch a sleek contemporary character while retaining the elegant proportions of a classic HMT dress timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original HMT Jhalak watch assembled externally, outside the HMT factory. It is therefore offered as an externally assembled example rather than a factory-assembled NOS piece. The watch is paired with an HMT leather strap, completing its distinctive vintage-inspired presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) holds an important place in the history of Indian watchmaking. Its mechanical watches have developed a strong following among collectors for their distinctive designs, mechanical character and place in India’s horological heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jhalak is particularly recognizable for its open-heart dial, allowing the wearer to observe the movement’s balance wheel through the aperture. The combination of Roman numerals, railway-track minute detailing and traditional HMT dial styling gives the Jhalak its unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example retains the original HMT Jhalak identity and HMT watch components, while its present configuration has been assembled externally rather than at the HMT factory. It is presented with an HMT leather strap, adding to its classic Indian mechanical-watch character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Brand: HMT\u003cbr\u003e* Model: Jhalak\u003cbr\u003e* Configuration: Externally Assembled\u003cbr\u003e* Movement: Mechanical — Manual Winding\u003cbr\u003e* Jewels: 17 Jewels\u003cbr\u003e* Shock Protection: Para Shock\u003cbr\u003e* Dial: White Open-Heart Dial with Railway-Track Minute Scale\u003cbr\u003e* Dial Markers: Roman Numerals, Raised Dot Markers and Stick Indices\u003cbr\u003e* Hands: Polished Hands with Red Sweep Seconds Hand\u003cbr\u003e* Case Shape: Black-Finished Round Case\u003cbr\u003e* Case Back: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e* Case Width: Approx. 35–37 mm\u003cbr\u003e* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 42–44 mm\u003cbr\u003e* Strap: HMT Leather Strap\u003cbr\u003e* Origin: India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase Back\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless-steel case back carries traditional HMT markings and technical inscriptions, including HMT branding and a water-resistance marking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn individual holographic sticker number 1439189 is also visible on the case back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal HMT Jhalak — Externally Assembled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original HMT Jhalak watch assembled externally, outside the HMT factory. It is not represented as a factory-assembled or untouched NOS example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black-finished case and white open-heart dial present in clean condition, with the open-heart aperture providing a clear view of the mechanical balance wheel in operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is fitted with an HMT leather strap, as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to the product photographs for the most accurate representation of the watch’s actual condition and configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Original HMT Jhalak\u003cbr\u003e* Distinctive open-heart dial revealing the mechanical balance wheel\u003cbr\u003e* Clean white dial with classic Roman numerals\u003cbr\u003e* Detailed railway-track minute scale\u003cbr\u003e* Contrasting red sweep seconds hand\u003cbr\u003e* 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement\u003cbr\u003e* Para Shock protection\u003cbr\u003e* Sleek black-finished round case\u003cbr\u003e* Strong vintage HMT dress-watch character\u003cbr\u003e* Externally assembled configuration, clearly disclosed\u003cbr\u003e* HMT leather strap\u003cbr\u003e* Distinctive addition to an HMT mechanical-watch collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original HMT Jhalak watch assembled externally, outside the HMT factory. It should therefore not be considered a factory-assembled NOS example. Its present configuration reflects external assembly and may differ from the exact configuration in which the components originally left HMT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the nature and age of vintage mechanical movements, timekeeping performance may vary and may not meet the accuracy standards of modern watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is supplied with an HMT leather strap, as shown in the product photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the case back carries a water-resistance marking, this watch has not been pressure-tested by Watchex and should not be assumed to be water-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watchex India","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54681405096160,"sku":null,"price":7450.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/9776\/9696\/files\/HMT_Jhalak_03_White_Open-Heart_Dial_17_Jewels_Manual-Winding_Watchex_India_Externally_Assembled.jpg?v=1788524607","url":"https:\/\/watchexindia.com\/products\/hmt-jhalak-white-open-heart-dial-17-jewels-manual-winding-watchex-india-externally-assembled-2","provider":"Watchex India","version":"1.0","type":"link"}