A timeless vintage HMT Pranav manual-winding dress watch featuring a radiant champagne sunburst dial, polished gold-toned linear stick indices, minimalist gold-toned hands, and a contrasting red sweep seconds hand. The dial carries traditional details including “PARA SHOCK,” “17 JEWELS,” the elegant cursive “Pranav” script, and the HMT logo.
Powered by a 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement, this HMT Pranav combines classic Indian watchmaking character with a refined vintage dress-watch design. Its polished round gold-plated case adds a warm, understated elegance that works well for both formal and casual wear.
This example features original HMT components that have been assembled outside the factory. It is therefore not factory NOS. The gold-plated case presents in clean, unworn-looking condition and retains its original circular case-back sticker.
The watch is currently fitted with a new aftermarket maroon leather strap, providing a rich contrast to the champagne dial and gold-plated case.
Collector’s Note
HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) holds an iconic place in the history of Indian watchmaking. Its vintage mechanical watches have become an important part of India’s horological heritage and remain popular among collectors for their distinctive designs, mechanical movements, and period character.
The Pranav represents the classic vintage HMT dress-watch aesthetic, pairing a warm champagne sunburst dial with gold-toned detailing, a polished gold-plated case, and a traditional hand-wound mechanical movement.
This particular example is noteworthy for its original HMT components, clean gold-plated case, and preserved original case-back sticker, while being transparently identified as an externally assembled example rather than factory NOS.
For collectors who appreciate original vintage HMT components without requiring factory-assembled NOS status, the Pranav offers an attractive combination of period design, mechanical character, and preserved vintage details.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Pranav
* Reference / Case Markings: 0231 / 509 006
* Movement: Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Champagne Sunburst
* Dial Markers: Polished Gold-Toned Linear Stick Indices
* Dial Details: “PARA SHOCK,” “17 JEWELS,” “Pranav” Cursive Branding, HMT Logo
* Hands: Gold-Toned Linear Hands with Red Sweep Seconds Hand
* Case Shape: Round
* Case Finish: Gold-Plated, Polished
* Case Width: Approx. 34–36 mm excluding crown
* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 40–42 mm
* Strap: New Aftermarket Maroon Leather Strap
* Case Back: Stainless Steel
* Origin: India
* Assembly: Original HMT Components — Assembled Outside the Factory
Case Back
The stainless steel case back retains its original circular sticker and features the following visible markings:
* HMT Logo
* INDIA
* 0231
* SHOCK RESISTANT
* WATER RESISTANT
* SS BACK
* 509 006
The circular sticker on the case back is also visible and carries the number 143915.
Condition
Original HMT Parts — Assembled
This watch is not factory NOS.
The watch consists of original HMT components that have been assembled outside the factory. The gold-plated case presents in clean, unworn-looking condition and retains its original circular case-back sticker.
The watch is currently fitted with a new aftermarket maroon leather strap, which is not considered original to the watch.
Please examine all product photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.
Why You’ll Love It
* Classic vintage HMT Pranav dress-watch design
* Radiant champagne sunburst dial
* Elegant gold-plated round case
* Striking red sweep seconds hand
* Traditional “Pranav” cursive branding
* 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Original HMT components
* Original case-back sticker retained
* Case markings 0231 / 509 006
* Distinctive vintage Indian mechanical character
* Rich maroon leather strap complements the champagne and gold tones
* Interesting externally assembled example for HMT collectors
Important Note
This watch is an externally assembled example made from original HMT components. It should not be considered factory NOS or factory-assembled NOS.
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.
The watch is supplied with a new aftermarket maroon leather strap, which should not be considered original to the watch.
The case back carries “WATER RESISTANT” and “SHOCK RESISTANT” markings. These are period case-back markings and do not guarantee present-day performance. Unless specifically stated otherwise, vintage watches are not pressure-tested and should not be assumed to be water-resistant.
The case-back sticker and other vintage components may show signs of age despite the clean overall appearance.
All measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the watch’s actual condition description.
