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

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.

The Dirty Dozen 1

The Dirty Dozen 2

The Dirty Dozen 3