21 Jewel Automatique MWC années 1940/1950s "Dirty Dozen" montre de service soldes général

SKU Code: DD/01/AU/2

This automatic, self-winding MWC military watch is a faithful recreation of the classic 1940s/1950s design used by British forces. Featuring a small subsidiary seconds dial, it retains the original acrylic crystal while upgrading the hand-wound mechanical movement to a self-winding automatic mechanism, which can also be manually wound if needed. This fusion of vintage style with modern functionality ensures the watch preserves its authentic look while enhancing its practicality for everyday use.

Key Features:

• Authentic Design: Modeled after the British military watches from the 1940s and 50s.
• Upgraded Movement: Equipped with a 21-jewel self-winding automatic movement, with manual winding capability.
• Durable Construction: Crafted from military-grade 316L stainless steel with a heavy satin-finish case.
• Enhanced Legibility: Black dial with luminous markings and a subsidiary seconds dial for precise timekeeping.
• Historical Accuracy: Includes a historically accurate canvas strap, replicating the styles 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 Color: Black
• Case Material: 316L stainless steel
• Caseback: 316L stainless steel
• Crown: 316L stainless steel
• Water Resistance: 5 ATM (50 m)**
• Movement: 21-jewel automatic
• Glass: Plexiglass/Perspex
• Luminous Material: Luminova
• Serial Number: Engraved on caseback
• Strap: 18 mm 1950s-style canvas
• Packaging: Supplied in a presentation box
• Warranty: 24 months

Historical Reference:

The final image highlights the original 12 "Dirty Dozen" watches produced by 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 not among the original manufacturers, this watch captures the essence and spirit of those historic designs.

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Photo Credit: Watches of Knightsbridge