Vintage 1980s Hamilton REI Field Watch – Swiss Quartz – 33mm – Rare Outfitter

Rare vintage REI field watch attributed to Hamilton, dating to approximately the 1980s. These unusual REI-branded watches were produced during the era of Hamilton’s classic Khaki/outfitter field watches and are seldom encountered today.  This example has the classic military-inspired white/cream field dial with black Arabic numerals, date window at 3 o’clock, luminous-style hands and markers, and the distinctive lollipop seconds hand.  Details  • Vintage REI / Hamilton field watch • Approx. 1980s • Swiss quartz movement • 33mm case excluding crown • 18mm lug width • Date complication at 3 o’clock • White/cream field dial • Lollipop seconds hand • Dial marked “SWISS MOVT” • Stainless steel caseback • Caseback marked Water Resistant – 5 ATM • Black nylon strap • Reference commonly associated with this REI/Hamilton configuration: 9219  Condition  Vintage pre-owned condition with normal age-related wear to the case, crystal, dial and other components. Please examine photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description.  The watch has been opened and photographed so buyers can see the Swiss quartz movement.  Collector Interest  Hamilton produced a number of now-collectible field watches associated with outdoor outfitters and brands during this period. REI-branded examples are particularly unusual and appear far less frequently than ordinary Hamilton Khaki field watches.