u/FreshParfait1

From a 1941 Martin to the newest Jazzmaster Day-Date, my collection includes 14 pieces from Hamilton Watch Company. It spans everything from a humble Casio Duro to a $55,000+ Rolex Day-Date 228239. But out of 200+ watches, Hamilton has always held a special place for me, it was my first true “grown-up” purchase.

When my son started his journey into watches, I did what most of us do, I got him the classic Invicta Pro Diver. Over time, he added a few more Invictas, a couple of Seiko pieces, and even some vintage Kienzle watches.

This summer, he landed his first job as a Youth Counselor at the local YMCA. Early on, he set a goal: by the end of the summer, he’d save enough to buy his first “big boy” watch. His dream piece? An Omega Seamaster. But on a summer job paycheck, that one will have to wait.

Still, he always had his eye on my Hamiltons. Something attainable, something meaningful.

Today, that goal became reality.

Taking advantage of a sale from Jomashop, he picked up his very first “big boy” watch: the Hamilton Khaki King Field Automatic.

Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it—for both of us.

I have consulted the guide to Clone Movements from the Wiki so here’s what I’ve gathered.

3285 Movement - Explorer II
- Train Bridge Dot: Small -> VR
- Regulators: Outward -> VR v2 or v3
- Hairspring Coil Direction: Clockwise -> VR v3
- Serial number: 1S788995

So I have identified this movement as a VR3285 v3.

Next, the Wiki provided Serial and Clasp Code Guide:
- Serial: ****X273
- Clasp Code: N9N

Per the S&CCG, this points to a GMF. As I understand QF & GMF are sister companies so many parts are shared.

Also from my understanding QF uses either a DD in their newer versions or a SH in their older versions. Since my research points to a VR v3 movement, can this watch be a QF VR3285 v3 or is in fact a GMF VR3285 v3?

I purchased this watch being told it was a QF with a SH3285.

Finally, the timegrapher numbers are:
RATE: -14 s/d
AMP: 253
B.E.: 4.0ms

How can this be fixed?

-> Case: Raffles
-> Dial: Gen Buckley
-> Bezel: Gen Engine Turned
-> Movement: VR3135
-> Bracelet: Italian 62510H/455B
-> Hands: EWP Black
-> Crystal: Clark
-> Datewheel: Sillan
-> Crown: Athaya

16030 Datejust
->Case: Raffles
->Dial: Gen Buckley
->Bezel: Gen Engine Turned
->Movement: VR3135
->Bracelet: Italian 62510H/455B
->Hands: EWP Black
->Crystal: Clark
->Date wheel: Sillan
->Crown: Athaya

VSF Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 124300

Original QC photos: https://imgur.com/a/l3ETjeX

Asking Price: $435 shipped

Movement Details: VS3130

Factory: VSF

Item Condition: Used 9/10 (barely visible rubs on the clasp)

Location: USA

Willing to Ship to: CONUS

Warranty Provided: No. I will provide a video of functioning watches prior to shipping. Once given to shipping warehouse, it is outside of my responsibility.

Currency Accepted: USD

Accepted Payment Methods: Venmo/Zelle/Paypal F&F

Will trade for Vacheron Constantin 4500V Blue Dial with real bracelet. Can add fund if needed.

Shipping Costs: Included for CONUS, International Buyer pays for the shipping and customs. Priority and insurance extra.

VSF Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 124300

Original QC photos: https://imgur.com/a/l3ETjeX

Asking Price: SOLD

Movement Details: VS3130

Factory: VSF

Item Condition: Used 9/10 (barely visible rubs on the clasp)

Location: USA

Willing to Ship to: CONUS

Warranty Provided: No. I will provide a video of functioning watches prior to shipping. Once given to shipping warehouse, it is outside of my responsibility.

Currency Accepted: USD

Accepted Payment Methods: Venmo/Zelle/Paypal F&F

Will trade for Vacheron Constantin 4500V Blue Dial with real bracelet. Can add fund if needed.

Shipping Costs: Included for CONUS, International Buyer pays for the shipping and customs. Priority and insurance extra.

QF Rolex Day-Date 36mm 128238 + 8 Micron Plating & DEEP Crystal Swap

Wrist Roll: https://imgur.com/a/3FM4rXY