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MWC
24 Jewel 1980 Pattern 300m Automatic Military Divers Watch with
Sapphire Crystal and Ceramic Bezel on a
Matching Stainless Steel Bracelet (With Date)
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MWC Product Code: SUB/1980/BL/AU
These diver's watches are a modern remake of our 1980s model, specifically crafted for a U.S. contractor who secured a large sale to one of their clients. The watch features a robust stainless steel case and is equipped with a high-performance automatic 24-jewel self-winding movement. Several upgrades have been made to the original design, including a shatter and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and an increased water resistance rating. The dial is unbranded (referred to in the military as sterile), giving the watch a very clean and uncluttered appearance.
These models represent excellent value and are competitively priced for such a high-performance automatic watch. This watch combines the historical design and functional integrity of its predecessors with modern upgrades to meet the needs of today's professionals and enthusiasts.
Historical and Technical Background
Inspired by the 1980 UK MOD specification for automatic diver's watches (DEF STAN 66-4 [Part 1] Issue 3), this model retains key design elements such as the unidirectional bezel and boldly marked dial with tritium paint. The original MOD specification also called for a mineral glass crystal, as documented in the MOD file shown in the final two images. While staying true to the spirit of the original, this updated version incorporates modern improvements, such as the use of non-radioactive paint and the inclusion of sapphire crystal, as detailed below.
Key Features and Upgrades
Movement: High-performance automatic 24-jewel NH35A self-winding movement with a 41-hour reserve
Crystal: Shatter and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Bezel: Scratch Resistant Ceramic
Water Resistance: 300m / 1000ft
Design: Based on the 1980 Pattern MWC Dive Watch
Visibility: Uses Luminova for excellent nighttime visibility
Strap Bracelet: Stainless Steel
Dimensions and Specifications:
Width: 45mm including the crown, 40mm excluding the crown
Thickness: 15mm
Crystal Diameter: 31mm
Lug to Lug: 49mm
Weight: 170g
Movement: 24-jewel NH35A with a 41-hour reserve
Packaging: Giftbox included
24 month manufacturers warranty registration card
Free UK tracked shipping & International flat rate fee with Royal Mail international tracked
Why Choose Sapphire Crystal?
Many customers ask about the benefits of sapphire crystal over standard mineral crystal. Synthetic sapphire is extremely strong, shatter-resistant, and scratch-resistant, making it ideal for military and security personnel, police officers, and active outdoor enthusiasts. These groups account for over 70% of our customer base.
Our observations show that over 90% of incidents involving cracked watch crystals occur with mineral glass. Even hardened mineral crystals do not match the durability of sapphire. Sapphire crystals are strengthened through a heat treatment process that removes internal stresses and are then coated with two layers of anti-reflective coating. While sapphire crystals are more expensive, they offer superior longevity, resilience, and performance, justifying their use in higher-end watches.
Occasionally duty may need to be paid at your destination, International buyers need to check their countries custom and tax duties. It is buyer's responsibility for any custom tax incurred.
Order processing time can take 1 working day due to clearance of payment, preparing & packing and posting before 17.00hrs so orders placed after 12.00hrs may not be shipped until the next day.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Bridge
is an Authorised UK MWC watch dealer and have full authority to sell the item(s) in this listing.
MWC items offered for sale in this listing
are 100% genuine and are supplied directly by MWC with a 24 month manufacturers warranty
Conditions of Manufacturers Warranty cover and exclusions available at https://www.mwc-distribution.com/pages/warranty
Be aware that there are some sellers advertising MWC items marked 'As new but without tags' or 'With slight marks' etc. and saying they come with a manufacturers warranty- This is not possible
Many manufacturers of military watches suffer problems with illegal fakes. If you are in doubt about any MWC offered for sale, please contact us.
MWC’s Head office is in Zurich Switzerland.
MWC are a leading supplier, not just to the military but also to police forces, anti terrorist units, airlines, mining companies and a diverse variety of government agencies and departments. They are one of the largest specialist manufacturers of high performance military watches and produce a wide range of models either to customers specific design requirements or by tendering for contracts where quality, reliability and durability are of primary importance.
*Water resistant does not mean Water Proof - There are industry standards for 30m, 50m 100m etc.
*Water Resistant | 30m 3bar | 50m | 100m | 150m | 300m | 1000m |
Accidental Splashes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Swimming in shallow water | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Swimming, Snorkelling, Water Sports | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Scuba Diving | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
Professional Deep Sea Diving | no | no | no | no | no | yes* |
*only watches marked "Pro Divers" on the dial should be used for Professional Deep Sea diving, as they fully comply with the ISO international standards for pro divers watches
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