MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with a 17 Jewel Hand Wound Mechanical Movement - Ex Display Watch Reduced - Needs Attention (Copy)
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MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with a 17 Jewel Hand Wound Mechanical Movement - Ex Display Watch Reduced - Needs Attention (Copy)
Condition: Brand New Fault: This watch has been overwound, likely by a previous buyer unfamiliar with how to correctly wind a mechanical watch. As a result, the mainspring has become locked.
Factory Description
SKU Code: DD/01/AU/HW
This is a modern recreation of a classic "Dirty Dozen"-style military watch, inspired by the iconic timepieces issued during the 1940s and 1950s. It features a 17-jewel hand-wound mechanical movement and offers a 36-hour power reserve.
Key Features
Authentic Design: Inspired by the original “Dirty Dozen” military watches, capturing the utilitarian spirit of 1940s and 50s designs.
Military-Grade Construction: Heavy-duty satin finish case made from 316L stainless steel.
Clear Legibility: Matte black dial with luminous markers and a small seconds sub-dial.
Historically Accurate Strap: Supplied with a rugged 1950s-style canvas strap.
Specifications
Case Diameter: 36.5 mm (excluding crown), 39 mm (including crown)
Lug to Lug: 43 mm
Thickness: 13.5 mm
Lug Type: Fixed solid strap bars
Dial Colour: Black
Case Material: 316L stainless steel
Caseback: 316L stainless steel
Crown: 316L stainless steel
Water Resistance: 5 ATM (50 meters)*
Movement: 17-Jewel Hand-Wound (Approx. 36-hour power reserve)
Glass: Plexiglass / Perspex
Lume: Luminova
Serial Number: Engraved on caseback
Strap: 18 mm 1950s Pattern Canvas
Guarantee: 24 Months
Historical Reference
The final image shows the original 12 “Dirty Dozen” watches made by manufacturers such as Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex. While MWC was not among the original manufacturers—having been founded in 1974—this reissue faithfully captures the heritage and style of those legendary timepieces.
Choose this MWC Ltd Edition Dirty Dozen Watch for the perfect blend of vintage aesthetics and modern durability.
