{"product_id":"mwc-1940s-1950s-dirty-dozen-pattern-general-service-watch-with-hybrid-mechanical-quartz-movement","title":"MWC 1940s\/1950s \"Dirty Dozen\" Pattern General Service Watch with Hybrid Mechanical\/Quartz Movement","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"347\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU: DD\/01\/VH60\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"347\"\u003eThis modern interpretation draws inspiration from the iconic \"Dirty Dozen\" military watches issued during the 1940s and 1950s. Combining historical military aesthetics with modern hybrid technology, it delivers the best of both worlds—a smooth sweeping second hand and ultra-low maintenance performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"655\" data-start=\"652\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"691\" data-start=\"657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"691\" data-start=\"661\"\u003eHybrid Movement Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"976\" data-start=\"693\"\u003eThis watch features a mechanical\/quartz hybrid movement. Powered by a battery and regulated by a quartz crystal, it drives the hands mechanically through electromagnetic coils—mimicking the sweep of a traditional automatic watch but without the need for winding or regular servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1039\" data-start=\"980\"\u003eCombines mechanical movement feel with quartz reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1095\" data-start=\"1042\"\u003eNo mainspring—just smooth, battery-driven precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"1098\"\u003eSubsidiary seconds dial with a true sweep motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1157\"\u003eDesign and Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1256\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeavy-duty Military Grade 316L stainless steel, satin finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1319\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1268\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatte black with luminous hands and hour markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1363\" data-start=\"1322\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1334\" data-start=\"1322\"\u003eSubdial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall seconds at 6 o'clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1436\" data-start=\"1366\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1376\" data-start=\"1366\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18mm historically accurate canvas strap (1940s–50s style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1493\" data-start=\"1439\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"1439\"\u003eHacking Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes, for accurate time setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1537\" data-start=\"1496\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1496\"\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 ATM (50 meters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1585\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1550\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDomed plexiglass \/ Perspex crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1587\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1596\"\u003eUnique 24-Hour Subdial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1777\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003eAt the 6 o'clock position, this pointer-style 24-hour subdial acts primarily as a day\/night indicator. It mirrors the main hour hand in a 24-hour format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1825\" data-start=\"1781\"\u003eNot an independent GMT or second time zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1879\" data-start=\"1828\"\u003eCannot be set separately—linked to main hour hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1881\"\u003eTo Set the 24-Hour Subdial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1917\"\u003ePull out the crown to the time-setting position (one click).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2042\" data-start=\"1983\"\u003eRotate the hands until the correct 24-hour time is shown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"2046\"\u003ePush the crown back in to finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2084\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2118\" data-start=\"2086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2118\" data-start=\"2090\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2193\" data-start=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2140\" data-start=\"2122\"\u003eCase Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e36.5 mm (excluding crown), 39 mm (including crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2196\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2211\" data-start=\"2196\"\u003eLug to Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e43 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2236\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e13.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2277\" data-start=\"2249\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2262\" data-start=\"2249\"\u003eLug Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDrilled lugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2304\" data-start=\"2280\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2296\" data-start=\"2280\"\u003eDial Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2358\" data-start=\"2307\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2335\" data-start=\"2307\"\u003eCase \/ Crown \/ Caseback:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e316L stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2408\" data-start=\"2361\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2371\" data-start=\"2361\"\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlexiglass \/ Perspex domed crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2452\" data-start=\"2411\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2432\" data-start=\"2411\"\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 ATM (50 meters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2495\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2468\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMechanical\/Quartz Hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2531\" data-start=\"2498\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2520\" data-start=\"2498\"\u003eLuminous Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLuminova\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2592\" data-start=\"2534\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2552\" data-start=\"2534\"\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndividually engraved on the caseback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2634\" data-start=\"2595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2605\" data-start=\"2595\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18 mm 1950s-pattern canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2661\" data-start=\"2637\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2651\" data-start=\"2637\"\u003eGuarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2666\" data-start=\"2663\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2694\" data-start=\"2668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2694\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2903\" data-start=\"2696\"\u003eThe final image shows the original 12 \"Dirty Dozen\" watches produced by legendary military contractors: Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3103\" data-start=\"2905\"\u003eAlthough MWC was founded in 1974 and not among the original manufacturers, this model captures the heritage, purpose, and utilitarian charm of those classic timepieces—reimagined for the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003e* \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: small;\"\u003eFor details of water resistance ratings etc go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/support.timepieceservices.net\/support\/solutions\/articles\/5000514730-understanding-water-resistance\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e** Photo Credit: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/watchesofknightsbridge.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatches Of Knightsbridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor anyone interested in the history of the Dirty Dozen these links show the 12 original watches and explain the history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acollectedman.com\/blogs\/journal\/59621443-the-story-of-the-dirty-dozen-the-first-wristwatches-specially-commissioned-for-the-british-army\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Dirty Dozen 1\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hodinkee.com\/articles\/dirty-dozen-twelve-military-watches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Dirty Dozen 2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/monochrome-watches.com\/your-guide-to-the-dirty-dozen-including-the-only-british-member-vertex\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Dirty Dozen 3\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36279954800798,"sku":"DD\/01\/VH60","price":189.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0055\/4172\/4260\/products\/DD_01_VH60DirtyDozenMilitaryWatchGSw.jpg?v=1601879826","url":"https:\/\/mil-time.com\/products\/mwc-1940s-1950s-dirty-dozen-pattern-general-service-watch-with-hybrid-mechanical-quartz-movement","provider":"Tactico Logistics ROI ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}