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Hamilton
Hamilton
Hamilton blends Swiss watchmaking expertise with an audacious and authentic spirit. Known for its strong connections to aviation, Hollywood, and the military, the brand offers precise and durable timepieces that stand out with their distinctive style. From the rugged Khaki Field to the elegant Jazzmaster, each collection embodies a unique heritage where performance meets design.
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The brand
Founded in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Hamilton first gained recognition by providing highly precise watches for the American railroads. The brand quickly expanded into military, aviation, and cinematic timepieces, solidifying its status as a key player in horology. Now part of the Swatch Group, Hamilton continues to innovate while staying true to its American roots and Swiss craftsmanship.
Craftsmanship
Hamilton combines Swiss precision engineering with designs inspired by its rich history. Its watches feature high-performance automatic movements, modern complications, and innovative materials to ensure durability and accuracy. Each timepiece embodies the brand’s pioneering spirit, offering exceptional reliability for watch enthusiasts and adventurers alike.
As seen in film
Hamilton & cinema
For over 90 years, Hamilton has been the watchmaker of filmmakers, earning its place on the silver screen in over 500 films and TV shows. From classic Hollywood to modern blockbusters, Hamilton watches have been chosen for their distinctive style, historical accuracy, and ability to define iconic characters.
A Legacy in Hollywood
Hamilton's cinematic journey began in 1932 with Shanghai Express, starring Marlene Dietrich. In 1951, The Frogmen put Hamilton’s military watches in action, while the Ventura, with its futuristic design, became a symbol of cool on Elvis Presley’s wrist in Blue Hawaii (1961).
Since then, Hamilton timepieces have appeared in countless films, adding authenticity and storytelling depth. The brand has collaborated with leading costume designers and prop masters, and in some cases, has even designed custom watches for major productions.
Interstellar & the Murph Watch
In Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar (2014), Hamilton created the now-legendary Murph watch, a pivotal plot device symbolizing the unbreakable bond between father and daughter. Due to overwhelming fan demand, the Khaki Field Murph was later released, bringing a piece of movie history to collectors.
Men in Black & the Ventura
A watch as daring as its wearers, the Hamilton Ventura has been an essential part of the Men in Black uniform since 1997. Recognizable by its bold, triangular case, the Ventura embodies the futuristic style of the world’s most famous alien-fighting agents, appearing in every Men in Black film, including the latest installment with Tessa Thompson’s Agent M (2019).
Custom Creations & Tenet
Hamilton’s expertise goes beyond supplying watches—it creates them. For Christopher Nolan’s Tenet (2020), the brand designed a custom Khaki Navy BeLOWZERO, integrating a countdown screen to track the film’s complex time-bending sequences. A true example of innovation meeting cinematic storytelling.
Honoring Filmmakers
Beyond the screen, Hamilton celebrates the magic of filmmaking with the Behind the Camera Awards. Since 2006, these prestigious awards have recognized the unsung heroes of cinema—the editors, production designers, cinematographers, and more—who bring movie visions to life.
From sci-fi epics to action-packed thrillers, Hamilton remains an essential part of film history, proving that time is a story worth telling.
