Mentorship & Excellence
A Special Visit to Kitsinian Jewelers from Hamilton Watches' United States President
Murielle Raveloson (Left) and Arch Kitsinian (Right)
Our partnership with Hamilton Watches began in the spring of 2024, following discussions with CEO, Vivian Stauffer. Upon finalizing the collaboration, he aptly stated, "We share an emotion of representing a brand value of product and emotion." This partnership is a natural fit for Kitsinian Jewelers, an American success story that started in the 1970s when patriarch, Sarkis Kitsinian, a master jeweler, opened his store in Lahaina, Maui. What began as a humble establishment has since grown into an industry-leading, household name in the United States, with our flagship store now located in Valencia, California.
FOR THE MILITARY ENTHUSIAST
HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD MECHANICAL 38MM $595.0
Hamilton’s field watches, a category they pioneered with their WWI trench watches, are inspired by the 1960s models worn by U.S. troops in Vietnam. Today’s Khaki Field Mechanical watches stay true to that legacy, featuring a retro 12/24-hour dial, 38mm case, and a nylon NATO strap, powered by the manually winding Caliber H-50 with an 80-hour power reserve.
H-10 | 80h Power reserve | Automatic | Date function
Hamilton Watches is one of the pillar brands of the Swatch Group. Crafted in Switzerland, their pieces feature proprietary movements made by the Swatch Group. Among their innovations, the renowned H-10 movement stands out, offering an impressive 80-hour power reserve in an automatic Swiss movement. This fusion of Swiss precision and cutting-edge technology epitomizes the shared commitment to quality and craftsmanship that defines our collaboration.
FOR THE RETRO ROCK 'N' ROLL FAN
HAMILTON VENTURA QUARTZ $975.00
Hamilton introduced the first electronic watch, the Ventura, in 1957, featuring a futuristic curved case and the Caliber 500 movement. Worn by Elvis Presley in Blue Hawaii, the Ventura became iconic. Though modern versions now use quartz or mechanical movements, the design—with its shield-shaped case and lightning-bolt dial—remains a standout, appearing in films like Men in Black and Dune II.
On August 19, 2024, we were honored to welcome Murielle Raveloson, the brand president for the United States, to our Flagship Kitsinian store. Her visit highlighted the importance of mentorship and collaboration within our industry. As she remarked, "We look forward to a great partnership with Kitsinian Jewelers." After the visit Arch Kitsinian also reflected (that) "Her insights and leadership inspire us to continue delivering the finest in jewelry and timepieces, reinforcing our unwavering dedication to excellence."
THE INFLUENCE OF HAMILTON ON THE CULTURAL ZEITGEIST
While many watch brands can boast about technical achievements, Hamilton holds a unique record to accompany their innovations—their watches have appeared in over 450 major films. Over the past 90 years, Hamilton has earned the title of the "Movie Brand" due to its strong ties with Hollywood, featuring in iconic films like Blue Hawaii, Indiana Jones, Interstellar, Oppenheimer, and Dune II.
FOR THE CONCERT SYMPHONY LOVER
HAMILTON JAZZ MASTER OPEN HEART AUTO $1,075.00
Hamilton's "Jazzmaster" name emerged in the early 2000s, but its appeal is timeless, especially in its classic three-handed designs with sword hands and baton indexes. Like jazz music, the Jazzmaster collection is known for its bold innovation, particularly in skeletonization. Following the full-skeleton Jazzmaster Viewmatic models, the new Open Heart editions blend traditional dress-watch elegance with a touch of avant-garde, showcasing the automatic Caliber H-10 movement through intricately designed dial cutouts that reveal its pearled and snailed finishes.
