The Hamilton Watch Company was originally formed to produce high quality pocket watches and wristwatches, from mid-range to luxury. Hamilton would become a corporate conglomerate diversified in other operations. The Hamilton brand currently belongs to The Swatch Group.
Read more about Hamilton Watch Company: History of Hamilton America: 1892–1969, Marine Chronometers - Railroad Grade, 1950´s The Last Decade As A Watch Manufacturing Powerhouse in America, Joint Swiss/U.S. Operations: 1969–1972, Transitional Hamilton Watches: 1970s–1990s, Hamilton Modern Day: 1990s–present, Hamilton in Popular Culture
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