Hamilton 9988
Poor Man's Paul Newman
What Should You Pay?
Estimated fair market values. Actual prices vary by condition, completeness, and seller.
New / Like New / Full Kit
$406 – $527
low confidence
Excellent / Pre-Owned
$332 – $432
low confidence
Used / Watch Only
$256 – $333
low confidence
Fair Market Value
$382
Blended estimate for excellent condition
Recent Comparable Listings
Community Marketplace
| Date | Condition | Asking Price | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 9 | — | $1,578 |
The Hamilton Chrono-Matic II reference 9988, often nicknamed the 'Poor Man's Paul Newman', is a vintage-style chronograph powered by the Valjoux 7750 automatic movement. It features a stainless steel case, a black dial with contrasting subdials, and a highly domed acrylic crystal, evoking the iconic aesthetic of vintage racing chronographs.
Specifications
Case Diameter 39.7 mm
Case Height 16 mm
Case Material stainless steel
Case Shape round
Case Back screw_down
Lug Width 20 mm
Crystal acrylic
Bezel Type fixed
Dial Color black
Dial Indexes baton
Dial Hands stick
Bracelet/Strap leather
Clasp deployant
Complications date, chronograph
Movement
Movement Valjoux 7750
Type automatic
Power Reserve 42 hours
Frequency 28,800 vph
Jewels 25
Functions hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph
