A distinctive vintage HMT Sandeep manual-winding wristwatch featuring a sleek black dial, polished silver-toned linear stick indices, matching silver-toned hands, and a sweep seconds hand. The dial carries traditional “PARA SHOCK”, “17 JEWELS”, and elegant “Sandeep” cursive branding alongside the HMT logo.
The watch is housed in an authentic cushion-shaped stainless steel case, giving it a distinctive geometric profile characteristic of vintage HMT mechanical watches. Inside is an original 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement, complemented by traditional period markings on the case back.
The original stainless steel case back is marked with “STAINLESS STEEL”, “PARA SHOCK”, “WATER RESISTANT”, and reference 050606.
This example is presented in vintage pre-owned condition, retaining its original dial, case, and movement. It is paired with a new blue leather strap, creating a striking contrast against the black dial.
Collector’s Note
HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) holds an iconic place in the history of Indian watchmaking. Vintage HMT mechanical watches have become an important part of India’s horological heritage, appreciated by collectors for their distinctive designs, mechanical movements, and connection to Indian watchmaking history.
The Sandeep is an interesting and less commonly encountered model within HMT’s vintage lineup. Its combination of a black dial, cushion-shaped stainless steel case, and traditional 17-jewel manual-winding movement gives it a distinctive character for collectors of vintage Indian watches.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Sandeep
* Reference: 050606
* Movement: Original Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Original Black Dial
* Markers: Polished Silver-Toned Linear Stick Indices
* Dial Branding: Sandeep + HMT
* Dial Markings: PARA SHOCK, 17 JEWELS
* Hands: Matching Silver-Toned Linear Hands with Sweep Seconds
* Case: Original Cushion-Shaped Stainless Steel Case
* Case Width: Approx. 34–36 mm, excluding crown
* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 40–42 mm
* Strap: New Blue Leather Strap
* Origin: India
Case Back
The original stainless steel case back is stamped with:
* HMT Logo
* Reference: 050606
* STAINLESS STEEL
* PARA SHOCK
* 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 character consistent with a vintage pre-owned mechanical watch.
The watch is fitted with a new blue leather strap, which is not original to the watch.
Please refer carefully to all product photographs, as they form an important part of the condition description.
Why You’ll Love It
* Distinctive vintage cushion-shaped stainless steel case
* Original black dial with traditional HMT Sandeep cursive branding
* Original 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Original vintage case and dial
* Reference 050606 on the original case back
* Striking blue leather strap paired with the black dial
* An interesting and less commonly encountered HMT model
* A characterful 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 blue leather strap, which should not be considered original to the watch.
The “PARA SHOCK” and “WATER RESISTANT” markings are period case-back markings and should not be interpreted as guarantees of present-day performance. Unless specifically stated otherwise, vintage watches are not pressure-tested and should not be assumed to be water-resistant.
All measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.
