Ollech & Walj Early Bird GMT 24H Pepsi Military Soldier Officer 1965 Vietnam War

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About the Item

Ollech & Wajs Founded in 1956 The adventure of Ollech & Wajs began in 1956 when Joseph Ollech and his friend Albert Wajs decided to join forces to open a luxury watch shop in Zurich. Ollech is the commercial of the duo while Wajs has a technical profile. At first, they distribute the Breitling and Omega brands, then decide to launch their own brand: Ollech & Wajs Zürich. ABOUT THIS MODEL : The ‘Early Bird’, with its 24-hour ‘military time’ dial and rotating bezel, which enabled the wearer to track two time zones simultaneously. Originally developed to commemorate the first geosynchronous communications satellite it was marketed to navigators, pilots and radio operators. ‘Perfect for wet climates, mud and sea’, an advertisement in the Army Times claimed (these were certainly not environments that any pilots ever wanted to find themselves in). The OW watch company received bulk orders for entire battalions and even enquires from the US Department of Defense. As US troop numbers rose to over 400,000 in 1966, reaching a peak of 549,500 in 1968, OW and our suppliers worked around the clock to meet the subsequent demand. And, when each watch left the sanctuary of the Zürich workshop, destined for what was then the most hostile place on earth, Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs were confident the watches would be equal to the test ahead. Between 1965 and 73, tens of thousands of OW watches were shipped to PX stores on all major US military bases in the region. We know for certain that a good many made it safely back to the US. The Vietnam War will forever be an integral part of our story, but more than that, it defines Ollech & Wajs, just as it defined the thousands of young soldiers who wore our watches. As US troop numbers rose to over 400,000 in 1966, reaching a peak of 549,500 in 1968, OW and his suppliers worked around the clock to meet the subsequent demand. And, when each watch left the sanctuary of the Zürich workshop, destined for what was then the most hostile place on earth, Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs were confident the watches would be equal to the test ahead. Between 1965 and 73, tens of thousands of OW watches were shipped to PX stores on all major US military bases in the region. A good many made it safely back to the US. The Vietnam War will forever be an integral part of OW story. MODEL : Early Bird GMT With its 24-hour movement, ‘military time’ dial and rotating bezel Reference : 2834 The serial numbers are voluntarily blurred on the case back photography. MATERIAL : Case : Stainless Steel STRAP : Strap : New unbranded calf leather sport strap Buckle : Stainless steel CASE DIMENSION(S) : 38 x 47 mm (excluding the crown) DIAL : Black dial FRONT GLASS: Plexiglass glass MOVEMENT : Ollech and Wajs 17 jewels caliber INCLUDED : Accompanied by a blue velvet travel pouch and a microfiber. CONDITION REPORT : The watch was inspected by our professional watchmaker in Paris. The watch movement running well, keeping time. The case is in great condition as pictured. The glass is very clean, the dial is in very good condition. A true must have. Our complete description have value of certificate of authenticity and appraisal.

Creator:
Ollech & Wajs
Case Material:
Steel,Stainless Steel
Strap Material:
Leather
Case Shape:
Round
Movement:
Case Dimensions:
Height: 1.86 in (47 mm)Width: 1.5 in (38 mm)Diameter: 1.5 in (38 mm)
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1965
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Neuilly-sur-Seine, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2901218761302

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