MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with Retro Luminous Paint and 17 Jewel Hand Wound Mechanical Movement
Description
SKU Code: DD/01/AU/2/HW
This recreation of a "Dirty Dozen" type watch is inspired by the original 1940s/1950s timepieces and features a 17-jewel hand-wound mechanical movement with a 36-hour power reserve.
Key Features:
- Authentic Design: Modeled after the classic military watches from the 1940s and 50s.
- Reliable Movement: Equipped with a 17-jewel hand-wound mechanical movement offering a 36-hour power reserve.
- Robust Construction: Heavy stainless steel satin finish case made from Military Grade 316L stainless steel.
- Enhanced Readability: Black dial with luminous markings and a subsidiary second-hand dial.
- Historical Accuracy: Includes a historically accurate canvas strap, as used in the 1940s and 50s.
Specifications:
- Case Diameter: 36.5 mm excluding crown, 39 mm including crown
- Lug to Lug: 43 mm
- Thickness: 13.5 mm
- Lug Type: Solid fixed strap bars
- Dial Colour: Black
- Case Material: 316L stainless steel
- Caseback: 316L stainless steel
- Crown: 316L stainless steel
- Water Resistance: 5 ATM (50 m)*
- Movement: 17 Jewel Hand-wound with 36-hour power reserve
- Glass: Plexiglass / Perspex
- Luminous Material: Luminova
- Serial Number: Engraved on caseback
- Strap: 18 mm 1950s Pattern Canvas
- Guarantee: 24 Months
The final image showcases the original 12 "Dirty Dozen" watches made by companies such as Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger Le-Coultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex. While MWC was not a manufacturer at the time, having been founded in 1974, this watch captures the spirit of the originals.*
* For details of water resistance ratings etc go to Water Resistance
** 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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Europe, UK, and Rest of World
Tracked Mail:
- Europe: €11.75 / £9.99 / US$12.95
- UK: £7.95 / €9.50 / US$10.50
- Rest of World: US$22.75 / €20.50 / £17.50
Express Courier (UPS or FedEx):
- Europe: €23.50 / £19.99 / US$25.95
- UK (UPS/DPD): £12.95 / €15.25 / US$16.95
- Rest of World: US$45.50 / €41.25 / £34.95
Note: The exact shipping cost may vary slightly depending on the weight and dimensions, but it will only differ by a small amount and will be shown at checkout. The above rates cover approximately 85% of parcels.
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If you are not satisfied with your purchase or it does not meet your requirements, you can return it within 14 days of receipt. The item must be in its original condition and packaging. To return a watch, please notify us using the form at the link below.
Please note that the watch, strap, or other purchased item must be in new and resalable condition. The returns policy will not apply if the item has been worn, the plastic protectors on the dial and/or caseback have been removed, or if there are other signs of usage, such as a worn strap. Essentially, the goods should not have been used beyond what would be expected if you had handled or examined an item in a shop before purchase.
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MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with Retro Luminous Paint and 17 Jewel Hand Wound Mechanical Movement