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Description
MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with Sapphire Box Crystal and 21 Jewel Automatic MovementSKU Code: W10 445 25 SC Classic 1940s 1950s Military Automatic Watch This automatic self winding MWC military watch pays tribute to the iconic British forces designs of the 1940s and 1950s. Featuring a small subsidiary seconds dial, it faithfully captures the style of the originals while integrating modern enhancements for durability and reliability. Vintage Look, Modern Performance: The watch retains the vintage aesthetic of the original models,
SKU Code: W10/445-25/SC
Classic 1940s/1950s Military Automatic Watch
This automatic self-winding MWC military watch pays tribute to the iconic British forces designs of the 1940s and 1950s. Featuring a small subsidiary seconds dial, it faithfully captures the style of the originals while integrating modern enhancements for durability and reliability.
- Vintage Look, Modern Performance: The watch retains the vintage aesthetic of the original models, including the appearance of an acrylic crystal, thanks to a modern sapphire box crystal that is virtually indistinguishable but far more scratch and shatter resistant.
- Upgraded Movement: While the original featured a hand-wound mechanical movement, this model uses a 21-jewel self-winding automatic movement that can also be manually wound if preferred.
- Robust Build: Constructed from Military Grade 316L stainless steel with a satin finish for a rugged yet classic look.
- Enhanced Legibility: Black dial with luminous markings and a subsidiary second-hand dial for precise timekeeping.
- Historically Accurate Strap: Comes with a canvas strap styled after those used by the British military during the 1940s and 50s.
Key Features
- Authentic 1940s/50s British military design
- 21-jewel self-winding automatic movement with manual winding option
- Heavy satin-finished 316L stainless steel case
- Black dial with luminous hands and subsidiary seconds dial
- 18 mm historically accurate 1950s-pattern canvas strap
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 36.5 mm (excluding crown), 39 mm (including crown) |
| Lug to Lug | 43 mm |
| Thickness | 13.5 mm |
| Lug Type | Drilled Lugs |
| Dial Colour | Black |
| Case Material | 316L stainless steel |
| Caseback | 316L stainless steel |
| Crown | 316L stainless steel / Screw Down Locking |
| Water Resistance | 100 m / 330 ft / 10 ATM |
| Movement | 21 Jewel Automatic |
| Crystal | Scratch and shatter resistant sapphire box crystal |
| Luminous Material | Luminova |
| Serial Number | Engraved on caseback |
| Strap | 18 mm 1950s pattern canvas |
| Packaging | Supplied in a box |
| Guarantee | 24 months |
Historical Context
The final image showcases the original dozen military watches produced by iconic companies such as Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger Le-Coultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex. Although MWC was founded in 1974 and was not a manufacturer at that time, this watch captures the true spirit and heritage of those classics.
* Photo Credit: Watches Of Knightsbridge
For anyone interested in the history of the Dirty Dozen these links show the 12 original watches and explain the history.
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