{"product_id":"mwc-p656-pvd-tactical-series-watch-with-day-date-gtls-tritium-and-sapphire-crystal-needs-attention","title":"MWC P656 PVD Tactical Series Watch with Day\/Date, GTLS Tritium and Sapphire Crystal - Needs Attention","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: UK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e PV656WD\/517DD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFault:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ethe Watch came from a military and security industries clearance sale it looks to be in very sound condition other than the fact that there was a label saying hand needs resetting and a check over. As can be seen in the images of the actual Watch, the secondhand is off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU Code: PV656WD\/517DD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMWC Tactical Series P656 watches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare designed for durability and performance, featuring military-grade stainless steel cases and 300m water resistance. Specifically created for law enforcement, marine, surface, and airborne applications, these watches exceed U.S. MIL-W-46374F Type 6 specifications and are regularly ordered in bulk by contractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRonda 517 Day\/Date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUp to 45 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e30 ATM (300m \/ 1000 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaintains precision up to 12,000m (40,000 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHacking Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures accurate time synchronization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTritium Illumination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompliant with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations (10 CFR 30.15)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMilitary-grade PVD stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter (Excluding Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e42mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter (Including Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e32mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e22mm military webbing strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e300m (1000 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eScratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Performance Enhancements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Modern Demands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by mid-1990s designs, the P656 watches incorporate significant modern upgrades:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShatter-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUpgraded from 30m (1990s models) to 300m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18.8 Oe for durability in magnetic environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComplies with NIHS 91-10 standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew-down locking crown and caseback for maximum durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-visibility numerals on the bezel for ease of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized dial for readability in low light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Tritium GTLS for brighter illumination compared to luminous paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovert PVD Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 features a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ematte black, non-reflective PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, specifically designed for covert operations by special forces, anti-terrorist units, and police forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe PVD process chemically bonds the finish to the metal at a molecular level, ensuring superior longevity, even under harsh conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile extreme abrasion can cause damage, the finish typically lasts for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Time Zone Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo meet customer demand for simplified time zone tracking, the P656 replaces the traditional diving bezel with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-hour bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffortless Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset the bezel by the required hours to track a second time zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample: In Paris, turn the bezel until 9 o'clock aligns with the 3-hour marker to track Miami (6 hours behind).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis feature maintains the 300m water resistance and classic diver watch aesthetics while increasing versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of Sapphire Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynthetic sapphire is the superior choice for watch crystals due to its durability, resistance to scratches, and ability to withstand shattering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIdeal for military personnel, police, and outdoor enthusiasts, who represent over 70% of our customer base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeat-treated sapphire offers unparalleled resilience compared to plexiglass or mineral glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Reflective Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures clear visibility under all conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe History of MIL-W-46374-G Watches and the P656\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 series builds upon the foundation of the MIL-W-46374F specifications, first published on October 14, 1991. 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