A captivating vintage HMT Chetan manual-winding wristwatch featuring a rich deep brown dial framed by a contrasting gold-toned inner track. The dial is complemented by gold-toned stick hour markers with minute hash marks, matching gold-toned hands, a sweep seconds hand, and traditional “PARA SHOCK,” “17 JEWELS,” Chetan cursive branding, and the HMT logo.
Its polished cushion-shaped stainless steel case delivers a bold geometric silhouette with unmistakable vintage character. Inside, the watch houses an original 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement within its authentic vintage HMT case.
The original case back carries period markings including “STAINLESS STEEL,” “SHOCK RESISTANT,” “WATER RESISTANT,” and reference 2092729 33-02. The watch is paired with a new black textured leather strap for a clean and sophisticated finish.
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 appreciated by collectors for their distinctive designs, mechanical movements, and unmistakable period character.
The Chetan is particularly appealing for its rich multi-toned dial design and chunky cushion-shaped case profile. This example retains its original dial, case, and mechanical movement, while the new textured leather strap provides a refreshed presentation.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Chetan
* Reference: 2092729 33-02
* Movement: Original Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Original Deep Brown Dial with Gold-Toned Inner Track
* Hour Markers: Gold-Toned Stick Indices with Minute Hash Marks
* Branding: Chetan cursive script + HMT logo
* Dial Markings: Para Shock, 17 Jewels
* Hands: Matching Gold-Toned Linear Hands with Sweep Seconds
* Case: Original Cushion-Shaped Stainless Steel Case
* Case Width: Approx. 35–37 mm excluding crown
* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 41–43 mm
* Strap: New Black Textured Leather Strap
* Origin: India
Case Back
The original stainless steel case back is stamped with:
* HMT logo
* Reference: 2092729 33-02
* STAINLESS STEEL
* SHOCK RESISTANT
* WATER RESISTANT
Condition
Vintage Pre-Owned Condition
The watch retains its original vintage HMT dial, stainless steel case, and 17-jewel mechanical movement. The case and dial show signs of age and use consistent with a vintage pre-owned mechanical watch, giving the piece its authentic period character.
It is fitted with a new black textured leather strap, which is not original to the watch.
Please refer to the product photographs for the most accurate representation of the watch’s actual condition.
Why You’ll Love It
* Distinctive original deep brown and gold-toned dial
* Striking inner-track design with classic vintage stick markers
* Original cushion-shaped stainless steel HMT case
* Original 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Original dial, case, and movement
* Reference 2092729 33-02 retained on the original case back
* Strong geometric vintage character
* New black textured leather strap for a sophisticated finish
* A compelling addition to a collection of vintage Indian mechanical watches
Important Note
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 leather strap, which should not be considered original to the watch.
The “SHOCK RESISTANT” and “WATER RESISTANT” markings are period case-back markings and should not be treated as guarantees of modern shock protection or water resistance. Unless specifically stated otherwise, vintage watches are not pressure-tested and should not be exposed to water.
All measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.
