{"product_id":"mod-hmt-sona-vintage-mechanical-watch-redial-dial-hmt-0231-movement-watchex-india","title":"MOD HMT Sona Vintage Mechanical Watch – Redial Dial, HMT 0231 Movement | Watchex India","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Indian mechanical timepiece from HMT, this vintage HMT Sona features the distinctive gold-tone case, stainless steel snap-on case back, and the reliable hand-wound HMT 0231 movement. With its compact vintage proportions and traditional mechanical character, the Sona remains a charming example of HMT’s era of accessible Indian watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular Sona is offered as a modified vintage example. The watch retains its original HMT 0231 mechanical movement, while the dial is a redial and the leather strap is aftermarket. The case back carries the HMT emblem and reference 101006, along with the original period markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Brand: HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools)\u003cbr\u003e* Model: Sona\u003cbr\u003e* Reference: 101006\u003cbr\u003e* Origin: Made in India\u003cbr\u003e* Movement: HMT 0231\u003cbr\u003e* Movement Type: Manual-winding mechanical\u003cbr\u003e* Jewels: 17 Jewels\u003cbr\u003e* Frequency: 18,000 vph\u003cbr\u003e* Shock Protection: Para Shock\u003cbr\u003e* Case: Gold-plated brass\/alloy construction\u003cbr\u003e* Case Back: Stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e* Case Diameter: Approx. 35 mm excluding crown\u003cbr\u003e* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 42 mm\u003cbr\u003e* Case Thickness: Approx. 9–10 mm\u003cbr\u003e* Lug Width: 18 mm\u003cbr\u003e* Strap: Aftermarket black textured leather\u003cbr\u003e* Buckle: Gold-tone tang buckle\u003cbr\u003e* Dial: Redial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase Back Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel case back features the HMT emblem and factory [h] logo, with markings including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTAINLESS STEEL BACK • INDIA • SHOCK RESISTANT • WATER RESISTANT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reference 101006 corresponds to the HMT Sona series associated with the HMT 0231 movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is powered by the original HMT 0231 hand-winding mechanical movement, a 17-jewel movement operating at 18,000 vibrations per hour and equipped with HMT’s Para Shock protection system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Classic vintage HMT character\u003cbr\u003e* Original HMT 0231 mechanical movement\u003cbr\u003e* Compact ~35 mm vintage case\u003cbr\u003e* Gold-tone case with stainless steel back\u003cbr\u003e* Distinctive HMT case-back markings\u003cbr\u003e* A great addition to an Indian watchmaking collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a modified vintage watch. The movement is original HMT, while the dial is a redial and the leather strap is aftermarket. As with vintage mechanical watches, minor signs of age, wear and restoration may be present. Please review all product photographs carefully before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping available within India only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watchex India","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53889379238112,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/9776\/9696\/files\/MOD_HMT_Sona_Vintage_Mechanical_Watch_Redial_Dial_HMT_0231_Movement_Watchex_India.jpg?v=1786233881","url":"https:\/\/watchexindia.com\/products\/mod-hmt-sona-vintage-mechanical-watch-redial-dial-hmt-0231-movement-watchex-india","provider":"Watchex India","version":"1.0","type":"link"}