A striking vintage HMT Chirag manual-winding wristwatch featuring a distinctive brown gradient dial with a horizontal centre stripe, bold luminous-filled block hour markers, white minute tracks, and matching gold-toned hands with a sweep seconds hand. The dial carries traditional “PARA SHOCK”, “17 JEWELS”, Chirag cursive branding, and the HMT logo.
Its polished cushion-shaped stainless steel case gives the watch a bold retro profile, characteristic of vintage HMT designs. Inside is an original 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement, housed within an authentic vintage HMT case.
The original case back is marked with “STAINLESS STEEL,” “SHOCK RESISTANT,” “WATER RESISTANT,” and reference 125179. The watch is paired with a new black crocodile-embossed leather strap for a refined vintage look.
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 highly appreciated by collectors for their distinctive designs, mechanical movements, and unmistakable period character.
The Chirag stands out for its multi-toned gradient dial, geometric cushion-shaped case, and distinctive vintage styling. This example retains its original dial, case, and mechanical movement, while the new crocodile-embossed leather strap gives it a refreshed presentation.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Chirag
* Reference: 125179
* Movement: Original Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Original Brown Gradient Dial with Horizontal Centre Stripe
* Hour Markers: Luminous-filled block markers with white minute track
* Branding: Chirag 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 Crocodile-Embossed Leather Strap
* Origin: India
Case Back
The original case back is stamped with:
* HMT logo
* Reference: 125179
* STAINLESS STEEL
* SHOCK RESISTANT
* WATER RESISTANT
Condition
Vintage Pre-Owned Condition
This 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 watch, giving the piece its authentic period character.
It is fitted with a new black crocodile-embossed leather strap, which is not original to the watch.
Please examine all product photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
Why You’ll Love It
* Distinctive original brown gradient Chirag dial
* Striking horizontal centre stripe and luminous block markers
* Original vintage HMT stainless steel cushion-shaped case
* Original 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Original dial, case, and movement
* Reference 125179 retained on the original case back
* Strong retro character with an uncommon HMT dial design
* New black crocodile-embossed leather strap
* 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 review all photographs carefully before purchase, as they are an important part of the condition description.
