MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with 21 Jewel Automatic Movement - Needs Attention
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Model: W10/445-2022
This W10/445-2022 MWC military watch is sold with full disclosure of its condition and any reported issues. Although these watches are typically acquired from defense auctions and disposal sales, most units have no significant faults despite initial concerns. In fact, many are found to function perfectly upon inspection, though due to time constraints, our service staff only provide a preliminary check. As a result, while the watch may appear to have minor or intermittent issues, it often simply requires a service, repair, or battery replacement depending on the model.
Condition: Brand New with protective plastic on the crystal.
Fault: Brand new but currently not running.
SKU Code: W10/445-2022
This automatic self-winding MWC watch, inspired by the classic 1940s/1950s British military designs, features a subsidiary dial for the second hand. While retaining the original’s acrylic crystal, the watch has been upgraded from a hand-winding mechanical movement to a self-winding automatic that can also be manually wound. This model combines the authentic appearance of the original with discreet updates for daily practicality.
Crafted from military-grade 316L stainless steel with a satin finish, this watch includes a hacking function, black dial, luminous markings, and a historically accurate canvas strap based on the 1940s-50s design.
The final image showcases the original 12 watches produced by manufacturers like Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex. MWC, founded in 1974, wasn't among the original manufacturers but has designed this model to reflect the spirit of the classics.*
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 pattern canvas
- Packaging: Supplied in a box
- Warranty: 24 months
* Photo Credit: Watches Of Knightsbridge
** For details of water resistance ratings etc go to Water Resistance
For anyone interested in the history of the Dirty Dozen these links show the 12 original watches and explain the history.