{"product_id":"div2001-ss-73a","title":"MWC 1970s Pattern Automatic Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal - Limited Edition of 250 Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"google_translate_element\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU: DIV2001\/SS\/73A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch is inspired by an early case design specified by the British Ministry of Defence (MOD) in 1973. While watches from that era could not match today's performance standards—particularly in water resistance and features like sapphire crystal—this model retains many of the original design influences while incorporating modern upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor several years, customers have requested this model, so we decided to produce a limited run for private clients and select dealers. While the original 1973 watches used tritium, this version features Luminova for improved luminosity. However, the encircled \"T\" marking has been retained for historical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis case design is particularly notable as the direct predecessor to our current range, which dates back to the late 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model was originally discontinued nearly 20 years ago. However, an unexpected discovery reignited interest. A few years ago, an MWC distributor in Australia uncovered \u003cstrong\u003e500 brand-new watches\u003c\/strong\u003e in their stockroom. These watches, manufactured between 1999 and 2001, had been shipped in batches of 500 over three years. The final batch was overlooked until a stock check was conducted upon the retirement of the owner’s father.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMWC repurchased these watches, which quickly sold out. Due to their popularity, we decided to \u003cstrong\u003erecreate the design, incorporating modern advancements in watch manufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original quartz movement was replaced with an \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic NH35A movement\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring a \u003cstrong\u003e41-hour power reserve, hand-winding, and hacking for precise synchronization\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The previous \u003cstrong\u003ehardened mineral glass\u003c\/strong\u003e was upgraded to \u003cstrong\u003esapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for its superior scratch and shatter resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original \u003cstrong\u003e60 or 90-click bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e has been upgraded to a \u003cstrong\u003e120-click unidirectional bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e for improved functionality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of this MWC model follows the \u003cstrong\u003eBritish MOD specification\u003c\/strong\u003e (refer to the final two images). Unlike other models in this range, which are based on designs from the early 1990s to 2004, this is the closest to the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal 1973 pattern case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase and Dimensions etc:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase width (2 o’clock to 8 o’clock):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e42.25mm excluding the crown\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness: \u003c\/strong\u003e13.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal diameter: \u003c\/strong\u003e31mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire with non-reflective coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuminous Paint Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luminova\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120-click unidirectional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 89.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x Black and 1 x Grey 20mm Nylon Webbing Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement \u0026amp; Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e NH35A Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e 41 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-winding \u0026amp; hacking function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraps \u0026amp; Accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20mm nylon military webbing strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Straps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x Black and 1 x Grey Nylon Webbing Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Bars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 Months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Sapphire Crystal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany customers ask about the advantages of \u003cstrong\u003esapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e over standard \u003cstrong\u003emineral glass\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eScratch \u0026amp; Shatter Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synthetic sapphire is extremely durable, making it ideal for military personnel, police officers, and outdoor enthusiasts. 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