{"product_id":"mwc-1940s-1950s-2025-dirty-dozen-pattern-general-service-watch-with-21-jewel-automatic-movement-movement-needs-attention","title":"MWC 1940s\/1950s \"Dirty Dozen\" Pattern General Service Watch with Sapphire Box Crystal and 21 Jewel Automatic Movement - Needs Minor Attention","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eMIL26-0307\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"170\" data-start=\"129\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"168\" data-start=\"133\"\u003eThis watch is brand-new in its original box and in perfect condition but has a small fault in that it's difficult to set the hands when you screw down the locking crown the hands tend to move so it clearly needs some form of minor adjustment. As far as the movement and everything is concerned, the Watch is running fine it is possible to get the Watch set to the right time in spite of this issue but it's fiddly and obviously much better to get the issue resolved.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"170\" data-start=\"129\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"168\" data-start=\"133\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"170\" data-start=\"129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"168\" data-start=\"133\"\u003eW10\/445-25\/SC – Full Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU Code: W10\/445-25\/SC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassic 1940s\/1950s Military Automatic Watch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Look, Modern Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eConstructed from Military Grade 316L stainless steel with a satin finish for a rugged yet classic look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Legibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlack dial with luminous markings and a subsidiary second-hand dial for precise timekeeping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorically Accurate Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComes with a canvas strap styled after those used by the British military during the 1940s and 50s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic 1940s\/50s British military design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21-jewel self-winding automatic movement with manual winding option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy satin-finished 316L stainless steel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack dial with luminous hands and subsidiary seconds dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 mm 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mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLug Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrilled Lugs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316L stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaseback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316L stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316L stainless steel \/ Screw Down Locking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 m \/ 330 ft \/ 10 ATM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Jewel Automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScratch and shatter resistant sapphire box crystal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuminous Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuminova\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngraved on caseback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 mm 1950s pattern canvas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied in a box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuarantee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"202\" data-start=\"172\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e📸 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"2933\" data-start=\"2918\"\u003ePhoto Credit:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Watches Of Knightsbridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2962\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3007\" data-start=\"2970\"\u003eThe Dirty Dozen – History \u0026amp; Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3177\" data-start=\"3011\"\u003eFor those interested in the history of the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3069\" data-start=\"3054\"\u003eDirty Dozen\u003c\/strong\u003e, the following links provide insights into the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3140\" data-start=\"3117\"\u003e12 original watches\u003c\/strong\u003e and their historical significance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3262\" data-start=\"3179\"\u003e🔗 \u003ca href=\"#\" rel=\"noopener\" data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3182\"\u003eThe Dirty Dozen 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3207\" data-start=\"3204\"\u003e🔗 \u003ca href=\"#\" rel=\"noopener\" data-end=\"3232\" data-start=\"3210\"\u003eThe Dirty Dozen 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3235\" data-start=\"3232\"\u003e🔗 \u003ca href=\"#\" rel=\"noopener\" data-end=\"3260\" data-start=\"3238\"\u003eThe Dirty Dozen 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MWC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47881050456308,"sku":"MIL26-0307","price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0055\/4172\/4260\/products\/W10_445-2022_JUL0030w_6b183b22-a0f2-4982-adfd-ec62566d9f54.jpg?v=1675182799","url":"https:\/\/mil-time.com\/products\/mwc-1940s-1950s-2025-dirty-dozen-pattern-general-service-watch-with-21-jewel-automatic-movement-movement-needs-attention","provider":"Tactico Logistics ROI ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}