Hamilton YGF Flight II, scarce asymmetrical modernist design model circa 1960. One of the most famous and elusive of the models of the Hamilton Electric era of futuristic design cases. In contrast to the temperamental battery powered Hamilton Electrics, the Flight model is manually wound, and not battery powered, using Hamilton’s 22 jewel manual wind caliber 770 movement.

Like the other futuristic Hamilton Electric models, the Flight 2  (and super rare 14K Flight 1) were designed by automotive designer Richard Habib hired by Hamilton Watch Company to produce watch designs “….as revolutionary as their new battery powered technology.” Sadly, the Hamilton electric movements proved to be a challenge to keep operating, while the Flight 1 and Flight II models never suffered such indignity!

We offer an excellent condition example of this rare and eye catching design. With clean and appealing original silver satin dial with cross hairs pattern, original Hamilton logo crown, excellent condition case showing very light wear and left unpolished as acquired. The movement has been fully serviced and the watch fitted with a stylish contemporary black leather strap.

An exciting acquisition and the nicest Flight II example we have owned in many years! A rare, stunning, and wearable mid century model from America’s premier manufacturer of wristwatches.