The HMT Ashok is a classic representation of HMT’s vintage mechanical dress watches, admired for its clean aesthetics, dependable engineering, and understated elegance. This New Old Stock (NOS) example has been preserved in unused condition for decades and features a refined matte silver dial accented by polished silver baton hands, applied hour markers, and a distinctive red centre seconds hand. Powered by the legendary HMT 0231 hand-wound movement with Para Shock protection, the Ashok offers the charm of traditional Indian mechanical watchmaking. Untouched NOS examples like this have become increasingly scarce, making it an excellent addition for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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Details
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Ashok
* Reference / Calibre: 0231
* Movement: Original HMT Calibre 0231 Mechanical Hand-Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Shock Protection: Para Shock
* Dial: Original Silver Dial
* Dial Finish: Matte Silver Finish
* Dial Markings: HMT, Ashok, PARA SHOCK, 17 JEWELS, MADE IN INDIA
* Hands: Original Polished Silver Baton Hands with Red Centre Seconds Hand
* Hour Markers: Applied Polished Baton Indices with Luminous Accent Pips
* Case: Round Stainless Steel Case
* Case Diameter: Approx. 35–36 mm (excluding crown)
* Lug Width: 18 mm
* Crystal: Original Domed Acrylic Crystal
* Crown: Original HMT Crown
* Caseback: Original Stainless Steel Screw-Back
* Caseback Markings: Factory Production Code, HMT Markings
* Bracelet: Stainless Steel Jubilee-Style Bracelet
* Country of Origin: India
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Condition
* New Old Stock (NOS)
* Original unused watch preserved for decades.
* Original dial, case, movement, crown, crystal, and caseback.
* Running well with smooth hand-winding operation.
* Excellent cosmetic condition with crisp factory engravings and sharp case finishing.
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Important Note
This is an original New Old Stock (NOS) vintage watch preserved in unused condition for decades. Minor storage marks or natural ageing may be present due to long-term storage. The original bracelet may have deteriorated or rusted during storage and may be replaced with a new bracelet for the best wearing experience. The watch head, dial, case, and movement remain original unless otherwise stated.
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Why Collect This HMT Ashok?
* Genuine NOS collector’s piece
* Original silver dial with distinctive red centre seconds hand
* Reliable HMT 0231 hand-winding movement
* 17-jewel mechanical calibre with Para Shock protection
* Classic stainless steel dress case with stainless steel Jubilee-style bracelet
* Clean vintage styling with luminous accent hour markers
* An increasingly hard-to-find HMT model from the golden era of Indian mechanical watchmaking.
