MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with 21 Jewel Automatic Movement - Needs Attention as Described
Description
MIL26-0715
Model: DD/01/AU/2
Condition: See notes below and actual images
Fault: The watch is not running, and the fixed bars have been removed. While this is not ideal, it is not an insurmountable problem. New fixed bars can be installed using a high-strength adhesive or liquid metal. Another common solution is to fit single-shouldered spring bars and permanently bond them into place, creating a secure and reliable replacement.
LOCATION: UK
Manufacturers Product Overview
This DD/01/AU/2 is a classic military watch design based on the 1940s/1950s British military timepieces. Manufactured by MWC, it combines historical accuracy with subtle modern enhancements to ensure daily wearability.
This model uses a self-winding automatic movement (which can also be manually wound) in place of the original hand-wound type but retains all key visual features – including an acrylic crystal and black dial with luminous indices. The case is crafted from military-grade 316L stainless steel and fitted with a canvas strap true to the era.
Specifications
- SKU Code: DD/01/AU/2
- Case Diameter: 36.5 mm (excluding crown), 39 mm (including crown)
- Lug to Lug: 48 mm
- Case Thickness: 13.5 mm
- Dial Colour: Black
- Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
- Caseback: Solid 316L Stainless Steel
- Crown: 316L Stainless Steel
- Water Resistance: 5 ATM / 50m
- Movement: 21-Jewel Automatic (self-winding + manual winding option)
- Crystal: Acrylic (Plexiglass / Perspex)
- Lume: Luminova
- Strap: 18mm 1950s Pattern Canvas Strap
- Serial Number: Engraved on caseback
- Packaging: Supplied in presentation box
Historical Context
The final image shows the original "Dirty Dozen" watches produced for the British Ministry of Defence during WWII by twelve renowned manufacturers: Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex.
Though MWC was founded in 1974, well after these originals were issued, this model is built very much in the spirit of those historic timepieces.
* For details of water resistance ratings etc go to Water Resistance
** 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.
Shipping Information
Delivery Charges – Worldwide
Europe
- Tracked Mail: €14.95 / £12.50 / US$16.95
- Express Courier (UPS/FedEx): €28.00 / £23.50 / US$31.75
United Kingdom
- Tracked Mail: £9.95
- Small Items (e.g., 1–2 straps): £5.95
- Express Courier (UPS/DPD): £12.50
Rest of the World
- Tracked Mail: US$23.75 / €20.95 / £17.50
- Express Courier (UPS/FedEx): US$39.25 / €34.50 / £29.00
More information on shipping can be found here.
