What makes the Lancaster 182 unique: We’re thrilled to feature this distinct wristwatch that boasts an antique pocket watch movement originally manufactured by the Hamilton Watch Company — the Lancaster 182. This pocket watch has a handsome and aged grayish-cream-colored dial with stunning blued-steel diamond kite watch hands. The front of this piece also displays an understated center design pattern, a subdial, and soft black numerals. We placed the original pocket watch within our protective, glimmering Machined Titanium case and topped it off with a gold-plated crown, both of which complement the piece’s unforgettable style. On the back of the watch, you can see its original 916-grade open-face movement with a nickel finish and pendant setting. The antique movement also displays luxurious and robust gold-plated gears, as well as 17 jewels throughout its ¾ plate. Finally, we equipped this remarkable watch with our comfortable and stylish Moss leather watch strap.

The Hamilton Watch Company initially released the pocket watch in 1927 — the same year that John William Warner III was born in Washington, D.C. Warner served as the Secretary of the Navy from 1972 to 1974, and he served five terms as a U.S. Senator (R-VA) from 1979 to 2009. Warner started his career by enlisting in the United States Navy in 1945 during World War II, and he later joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1950 during the Korean War. He continued his career with U.S. Marine Corps until he reached the rank of captain. During his years outside of service, he worked as a lawyer for the private practice Hogan & Hartson, and after retiring from the U.S. Senate, he resumed working with the firm as a senior advisor.

In 2008, Warner was awarded the first-ever National Intelligence Distinguished Public Service Medal. Additionally, the Navy named a submarine after Warner (the USS John Warner), and the United States Marine Corps opened the Warner Center for Advanced Military Studies at the Marine Corps University in Quantico, Virginia. After a lifetime of tremendous accomplishments, Warner passed away in May 2021 at age 94.