A charming vintage HMT Uttam manual-winding wristwatch featuring a warm champagne dial framed by a distinctive gold-toned inner track. The dial is complemented by polished gold-toned linear stick indices, matching gold-toned hands, and a sweep seconds hand, along with traditional “PARA SHOCK,” “17 JEWELS,” Uttam cursive branding, and the HMT logo.
Its polished cushion-shaped stainless steel case delivers a classic retro silhouette characteristic of vintage HMT mechanical watches. Inside, the watch houses an original 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement within its authentic vintage case.
The original stainless steel case back carries period markings including “STAINLESS STEEL,” “PARA SHOCK,” “WATER RESISTANT,” “MADE IN INDIA,” and reference 050287. The watch is paired with a new dark brown leather strap, providing a refined and classic 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 continue to attract collectors for their distinctive designs, mechanical movements, and unmistakable period character.
The Uttam is an appealing example of HMT’s vintage design language, combining a two-tone dial layout with a compact cushion-shaped case. This example retains its original dial, case, and mechanical movement, while the new leather strap gives the watch a refreshed presentation.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Uttam
* Reference: 050287
* Movement: Original Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Original Champagne Dial with Gold-Toned Inner Track
* Hour Markers: Polished Gold-Toned Linear Stick Indices
* Branding: Uttam 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. 34–36 mm excluding crown
* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 40–42 mm
* Strap: New Dark Brown Leather Strap
* Origin: India
Case Back
The original stainless steel case back is stamped with:
* HMT logo
* Reference: 050287
* STAINLESS STEEL
* PARA SHOCK
* WATER RESISTANT
* MADE IN INDIA
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 dark brown 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
* Elegant original champagne and gold-toned dial
* Distinctive inner-track design with classic HMT stick indices
* Original cushion-shaped stainless steel case
* Original 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Original dial, case, and movement
* Reference 050287 retained on the original case back
* Strong vintage Indian watchmaking character
* New dark brown leather strap for a refined finish
* A great addition to a collection of vintage HMT 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 “PARA SHOCK” 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.
