A classic HMT Sona Quartz dress watch featuring a radiant silver sunburst dial, complemented by polished gold-toned linear stick indices, an outer minute track with dot markers, minimalist gold-toned hands, and traditional “SONA QUARTZ” and HMT branding. Its polished round gold-plated case delivers a timeless and understated retro aesthetic that works equally well for formal and everyday wear.
Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this Sona Quartz combines clean vintage styling with the practicality of battery-powered timekeeping. The model reference 790 004 is clearly engraved on the stainless steel case back, providing an important point of identification for collectors.
This example is offered in New Old Stock (NOS) condition, featuring an unworn vintage gold-plated case. It is paired with a new maroon-brown leather strap, providing a clean modern wearing option while preserving the character of the original watch.
Collector’s Note
HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) holds an important place in the history of Indian watchmaking. Its watches, produced through HMT’s long-standing horological legacy and collaboration with Citizen, remain highly appreciated among collectors of Indian-made timepieces.
The Sona name is one of HMT’s recognizable traditional watch lines, carried into the quartz era with designs focused on clean, practical dress-watch styling. This reference combines a radiant silver sunburst dial with a gold-plated case and restrained linear detailing.
Finding an HMT Sona Quartz example with an unworn NOS case makes this piece particularly appealing to collectors looking for well-preserved vintage Indian quartz watches.
Specifications
• Brand: HMT
• Model / Reference: Sona Quartz / 790 004
• Movement: Quartz (Battery-Powered)
• Dial: Silver Sunburst Dial with Stick Markers and Outer Minute Track
• Hands: Matching Gold-Toned Linear Hands
• Case Shape: Polished Gold-Plated Round Case
• Case Width: Approx. 34–36 mm (excluding crown)
• Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 40–42 mm
• Strap: New Maroon-Brown Leather Strap
• Origin: India
Case Back
The stainless steel case back is stamped with the HMT logo, “SONA QUARTZ INDIA”, reference 790 004, “STAINLESS STEEL BACK”, and “WR30M”.
Condition
New Old Stock (NOS)
The vintage gold-plated case is in unworn NOS condition and retains its original factory finish. The watch is currently fitted with a new maroon-brown leather strap.
Please refer to the product photographs for the most accurate representation of the watch’s actual condition.
Why You’ll Love It
• Classic vintage gold-plated round case design
• Radiant silver sunburst dial with elegant linear detailing
• Clean and understated vintage dress-watch aesthetic
• Reliable quartz movement for effortless everyday use
• Traditional HMT Sona Quartz branding
• Clearly identified 790 004 reference
• Unworn NOS vintage case condition
• New leather strap for comfortable everyday wear
• A distinctive addition to a collection of vintage Indian quartz watches
Important Note
Due to the age of vintage quartz watches, battery performance and longevity may vary.
This watch is offered in New Old Stock (NOS) condition. NOS refers to the condition and preservation of an old original-stock example; it does not necessarily mean that every component, including the movement or internal parts, has remained untouched since its original production.
The supplied leather strap is new and should not be considered original to the watch.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, vintage watches are not pressure-tested and should not be assumed to be water-resistant despite case back markings.
All measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.
