Lot 169
A complete collection of Military issue 'The Dirty Dozen' wrist watches. <br /><i> These...
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Lot 169
A complete collection of Military issue 'The Dirty Dozen' wrist watches. <br /><i> These...
Lot 169
Lot Description
A complete collection of Military issue 'The Dirty Dozen' wrist watches. <br />
<i> These extremely rare historic timepieces, all designed by different Watch manufacturers, were commissioned by the British Ministry of Supply for the Military. They requested watches which were suitable for the British Air Force and the Royal Navy, with manufacturers able to produce enough quantities within their capabilities. The watches were designed and delivered in 1944 and 1945.<br />
"The Dirty Dozen" watches were created in extremely limited supply, there are believed to be only 1,000 - 5,000 of the Grana watches ever designed. It is also alleged that there is only around 20 full sets of the "Dirty Dozen" watches in existence.
The "Dirty Dozen" watches come with a stylish box perfectly fitting all 12 vintage timepieces. The watches are all in a good condition, and they were acquired one-by-one by their owner over the period of a few years. All watches are currently working despite their age. The Dirty Dozen watch collection is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after watch sets by timepiece collectors.<br />
Perhaps the biggest indicator of the rarity and popularity of these military timepieces, is the multi-million pound grossing film entitled "The Dirty Dozen", starring acclaimed Hollywood actors such as Charles Bronson and Donald Sutherland. The film depicted twelve soldiers who would have fought during the Second World War in battles for which the watches were commissioned. <br /> </i>​
BUREN - numbered H 4597, 334760. Signed manual wind calibre 462. <br />
CYMA - numbered P19590, 24590. Signed manual wind calibre 234, numbered 376003. <br />
ETERNA - numbered P 3779, 3112107. Signed manual wind calibre 520H, numbered 3093105. <br />
GRANA - numbered M 18445, 551983. Unsigned manual wind calibre K.F.320. <br />
IWC - numbered M 16292. <br />
JAEGER-LECOULTRE - numbered 281156, F1C486. Signed manual wind calibre 479, numbered 319254. <br />
LEMANIA - numbered Q 6393, -7480 7380. Unsigned manual wind calibre 27A. <br />
LONGINES - numbered 23088 159, F 3847. Signed manual wind calibre 12.68Z, numbered 6929417. <br />
OMEGA - numbered Y 8722, 10672921. Signed manual wind calibre 30T2, numbered 10220387. <br />
RECORD - numbered L 27829, 545676. Signed manual wind calibre 022K. <br />
TIMOR - numbered 11326, 41226. Signed manual wind calibre 6060. <br />
VERTEX - numbered A 1817, 3514733. Signed manual wind calibre 59. <br />
Box: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>All movements are currently functioning.
<li>All movements show scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye.
<li>Dials appear to have noticeable marks and scratches.
<li>Hands show marks and tarnishing with discolouration to the luminous paint. The hands of the Vertex model are in a poorer state than any other.
<li>The glass has scratches and marks on all watches.
<li>Cases show scratches, marks and dints but are in various states of used condition.
<li>Crowns has scratches and marks but are functioning.
<li>Straps all appear to be in very good condition with minor marks and creasing.
<li>Buckles appear to be in good condition with minor marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe.<p>
<p>This lot does not come with box or papers.<p>
Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.<p>Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.<p>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot.<p>
If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact the Watch Department on 0121 212 5506 or at watches@fellows.co.uk
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