Original U.S. Pre WWII Waltham 870 Premier 17-Jewel Wrist Watch - Dated November 1941
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent New Old Stock example of a Pre-War production Stainless Steel Case Waltham Model 870 Premier 17-Jewel wrist watch, with a stainless steel snap-on caseback. This wonderful example has been fully cleaned, tested and runs perfectly. It was manufactured for the US, and has a white face with radium luminous numbers for night use.
During WWII, Waltham supplied watches for the US Army, Navy, and Marine Corps [the Air Force was the Army Air Force]. In 1940, the Ordnance Department published the requirements for military watches. The list includes pocket, wrist, and stop watches.
Marking on the case reads:
U.S.
This watch is definitely in very good shape. The metal components are nice, with minimal scratches and dents. The watch runs smoothly, and appears to keep good time, though it is important to remember that the specification for wrist watches in WWII could be off by several seconds a day. The watch retains all original components including the strap and face cover.
This is a great chance to pick up a wonderful WWII Issue watch, ready to display or wear!
Specifications
Manufacturer: Waltham
Manufacturer Location: Waltham, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 30770335
Grade: No. 887
Model: L-8.75
Estimated Production Date: October 1941 - December 1941
Run Quantity: 10,000
Grade/Model Run: 18 of 21
Grade/Model Total Production: 312,999
Size: 8.75L
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Hairspring: Breguet
Adjusted: Yes
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