The Hamilton Altair (1961) was to produce a truly avant-garde case design that would stand out even within Hamilton’s already unconventional electric lineup. Limited to a short production run, the Altair featured a dramatic trapezoidal case shape influenced by the geometric experimentation of mid-century modern design and the era’s fascination with futuristic architecture. Its sharp lines, wide stance, and bold proportions reflected the progressive styling cues seen in contemporary automobiles and consumer products, embodying a sense of motion and modernity. The watch’s rarity today is partly due to this design daring, as it appealed to buyers seeking a timepiece that broke completely from traditional watch shapes.
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