Hamilton 768

Basic Information

NameHamilton 768
Alternative NameBuren 86
Base CalibreBuren 86
ManufacturerHamilton
Launch Year1965
Caliber FamilyDescription
86: 5.75 x 6.75" , double excenter regulator
88, 768: 5.75 x 6.75" , simple mobile stud carrier

Related calibers
Hamilton 768, Hamilton 86, Hamilton 88
Is COSC certifiedNo
Timegrapher
Beat rate
21,600 bph
Frequency
3 Hz

Reference: healthy amplitude ≈ 270–315° fully wound (>200° at 24 h); beat error ideally < 0.5 ms.

Technical Details

Lignes Dimensions5.75 ‴ x 6.75 ‴
Dimensions13 mm x 15.6 mm
Height3.55 mm
Further MeasuresMounting Diameter (Dm): 13.0 x 15.2mm
Stem height (T): 1.8mm
Mounting Height (F): 0.7mm
Power Reserve48 hours
Frequency21,600 vph
Jewels17

Complications and Specifications

ShapeOval
Shock ProtectionKIF
Regulator TypePinned Regulator (or Index Regulator)
Movement TypeManual
Escapement TypeSwiss Lever
Control TypeBalance Wheel
Winding TypeStem Winding (Crown)
Setting TypeStem Set (Crown Pull)

Additional Information

Hand Sizes1.05 x 0.55mm
Hand Count2
Country Of ManufactureSwitzerland
NotesRemarks: Buren 86 and Hamilton 768 are the same
differences not known between 88, 768
Other data: balance staff: U2969 stem: W2963 mainspring / battery: 1.5 x 6.0 x 0.07mm
Signatureca. 1965: Hamilton 768, Swiss, 17 Jewels; Kif-Ultraflex
Import Codes

Compatible Parts

314 other caliber(s) share compatible parts with this caliber.

46 compatible part(s) available — Supporter feature.

Metadata

Created AtSep 15, 2023
Updated AtMay 26, 2026, 4:43:51 AM
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