Smiths W10, issued 1968 🇬🇧

Vintagejames

One of my favourite pieces, smiths W10 issued 1968, the last mechanical watch issued by the mod that was made in England. Soon after this contract was fulfilled Smiths folded in the early / mid 70s. 

I like the simplicity, legibility and the added charm of patina after a healthy 54 years! Everything a watch built for purpose should be.

What are your favourite military watches?

#militarywatches #issuedwatch #fixedlugs
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foghorn
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Hamilton khaki pilot mechanical. A reinterpretation of a vintage military watch produced for the British Royal Air Force in 1973.

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Kuoe "Old Smith" 90-002. Based on the Smith W-10. Although Koue refers to it as "Manual" it's an automatic movement. (which is mechanical😀)

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And the Bulova "hack" which is reminiscient of WW2 vintage Bulovas

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