A distinctive vintage HMT Vikas manual-winding wristwatch featuring a sleek black dial with polished silver-toned Roman numerals at selected hour positions, complemented by linear stick markers. Matching silver-toned hands and a sweep seconds hand complete the classic dial, alongside traditional “PARA SHOCK”, “17 JEWELS”, and elegant “Vikas” cursive branding with the HMT logo.
The watch is housed in an authentic cushion-shaped stainless steel case, giving it a robust geometric profile characteristic of vintage HMT mechanical watches. Inside is its original 17-jewel mechanical hand-winding movement, while the original case back carries traditional period markings.
The stainless steel case back is marked with “STAINLESS STEEL”, “PARA SHOCK”, “WATER RESISTANT”, “MADE IN INDIA”, and reference 052689.
This example is presented in vintage pre-owned condition, retaining its original dial, case, and movement. It is paired with a new brown leather strap for a refined and classic finish.
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 Vikas stands out with its distinctive combination of a black dial, Roman numeral detailing, and cushion-shaped stainless steel case. Its original 17-jewel manual-winding movement and vintage components give it an authentic character that will appeal to collectors of classic Indian mechanical watches.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Vikas
* Reference: 052689
* Movement: Original Mechanical — Manual Winding
* Jewels: 17 Jewels
* Dial: Original Black Dial
* Markers: Silver-Toned Roman Numerals with Linear Stick Indices
* Dial Branding: Vikas + 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 Brown Leather Strap
* Origin: India
Case Back
The original stainless steel case back is stamped with:
* HMT Logo
* Reference: 052689
* 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 honest signs of age and character consistent with a vintage pre-owned mechanical watch.
The watch is fitted with a new brown 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 elegant Roman numeral detailing
* Traditional HMT Vikas cursive branding
* Original 17-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement
* Original vintage dial and case
* Reference 052689 on the original case back
* New brown leather strap for a refined vintage look
* A distinctive 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 brown 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.
