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Timor WWW British MOD Dirty Dozen
About the Item
- Creator:Timor
- Movement:
- Case Dimensions:Diameter: 1.42 in (36 mm)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1944
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: CHW57051stDibs: LU3915224002452
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Overview:
A fine and authentic example of the highly collectible Timor WWW, one of the iconic "Dirty Dozen" watches commissioned by the British Ministry of Defence during World War II. Timor was one of the twelve Swiss brands selected to produce reliable, rugged timepieces for the British military, and this piece offers great originality and military history in one.
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Key Features:
✅ Brand: Timor
✅ Model: WWW ("Wrist. Watch. Waterproof")
✅ Collection: Dirty Dozen (British MoD WW2)
✅ Era: Circa 1940s
✅ Case Size: 36mm
✅ Case Material: Stainless Steel with fixed lugs
✅ Dial: Matte black, signed “Timor”
✅ Hands & Markers: Relumed
✅ Movement: Timor Caliber 6060 – Manual wind
✅ Crown: Unsigned, original-style crown
✅ Strap: Generic green military-style textile strap with steel buckle
✅ Caseback Markings: WWW – K 10612 / 40512, military-issued
✅ Military Arrow: Present on dial and case back
✅ Condition: Good
✅ Warranty: 12-Month Mechanical Warranty Included
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✔ Military engravings on case back are clearly visible
✔ Running well and comes with a 12-month mechanical warranty
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