The HMT Elegance is a refined vintage quartz dress watch that reflects HMT’s sophisticated approach to classic formal timepieces. This New Old Stock (NOS) example has been preserved in unused condition for decades and features a striking crimson red dial accented by an elegant gold inner border, bold Art Deco-inspired Arabic numerals, and matching gold-tone hands. Encased in a sleek gold-finished rectangular case with a stylish Milanese mesh bracelet, the Elegance combines timeless aesthetics with the reliability of a precision quartz movement. Untouched NOS examples in this condition have become increasingly scarce, making it a desirable addition for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage HMT watches.
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Details
* Brand: HMT
* Collection: Elegance
* Model Code: EGGG 55
* Reference: 1 11 001
* Movement: Original HMT Quartz Movement
* Dial: Original Crimson Red Dial
* Dial Finish: Gloss Finish with Gold Inner Border
* Dial Markings: HMT, Quartz
* Hands: Original Gold-Tone Hour, Minute and Seconds Hands
* Hour Markers: Art Deco-Inspired Gold Arabic Numerals at 12, 3, 6 & 9 O’clock
* Case: Rectangular Gold-Finished Case
* Case Material: Gold-Finished Metal Case
* Water Resistance: 30 Metres (3 ATM)
* Caseback: Original Stainless Steel Snap-Back
* Caseback Markings: HMT, EGGG 55, S.S. BACK, WATER RESISTANT 30M, Factory Production Details
* Crystal: Original Mineral Crystal
* Crown: Original HMT Crown
* Bracelet: Gold-Finished Milanese Mesh Bracelet
* Clasp: Adjustable Sliding Hook Clasp
* 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 a smooth quartz movement.
* 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 Elegance?
* Genuine NOS collector’s piece
* Original crimson red dial with elegant gold inner border
* Distinctive Art Deco-inspired Arabic numeral layout
* Reliable HMT quartz movement for precise everyday timekeeping
* Elegant rectangular gold-finished case with gold-finished Milanese mesh bracelet
* Timeless dress watch design with exceptional vintage appeal
* An increasingly difficult-to-find HMT Elegance model preserved in original NOS condition.
