Timor Army Trade Pattern (ATP) – British Military WW2 – Manual Wind – 31mm

This Timor Army Trade Pattern (ATP) watch is an original and historically significant British military timepiece from the Second World War. Issued to British Army personnel from 1939 onwards, ATP watches were designed to provide reliable, legible and durable timekeeping in demanding conditions — and this example shows all the hallmarks of an honest, battle‑worn survivor.

Timor was one of the few manufacturers that designed and produced a watch specifically for the British Army, rather than adapting an existing civilian model, making these examples particularly appealing to military‑watch collectors.

Key Details

• Model: Timor Army Trade Pattern (ATP)
• Era: World War II (introduced 1939)
• Case Size: 31mm
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Bezel: Composite chrome base‑metal mid‑case bezel
• Lug Width: 16mm
• Lug‑to‑Lug: 31.5mm
• Dial: Original unrestored dial
• Hour Markers: Bold Arabic numerals
• Seconds: Subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
• Movement: Timor 15‑jewel manual‑wind movement
• Water Resistance: Not waterproof due to age

Condition Report

Case: Honest military wear throughout, consistent with active service use.
Dial: Original and unrestored, naturally aged to an off‑white / yellow tone with strong legibility and character.
Hands & Markers: Original and well matched to the dial.
Crystal: Acrylic with expected age‑appropriate wear.
Movement: Clean and operating correctly.
Overall: A genuine, unpolished ATP with clear signs of service history and originality.

Working Order

Manual‑wind Timor movement running correctly.
Operating as expected for a wartime mechanical watch.

Our View

ATP watches are among the most important British military wristwatches of the Second World War, and Timor examples are particularly sought after due to their purpose‑built design. This watch carries visible signs of its history — worn, honest and unapologetically original. It is not a restored display piece, but a true military tool watch that likely accompanied its owner through active service. A whole lot of history in one watch.

What’s Included

• Timor Army Trade Pattern (ATP) watch
• Secure packaging
• Insured shipping