Authentic WWII German Kriegsmarine (Navy) Mechanical Wristwatch by SELZA (Biel, Switzerland) – 1940s
Up for auction is a highly collectible and original World War II military wristwatch manufactured by Selza under official contract for the German Kriegsmarine (Navy). Due to the smaller size of the naval forces compared to the Heer (Army), watches with the "K.M." designation were produced in significantly fewer numbers, making them much rarer and highly sought after by militaria and vintage watch enthusiasts today.
Technical Specifications:
Dial: Original light cream/champagne dial featuring the mandatory Kriegsmarine layout for maximum visibility at sea. Clearly signed "K.M." and "SELZA". Beautiful, honest age patina on Arabic numerals and lancet hands. Sub-second register at 6 o'clock.
Movement: Rare and authentic Swiss-made in-house Selza Caliber 06 manual wind movement (17 Jewels). Beautifully finished with elegant Côtes de Genève (Geneva stripes) decoration on the bridges. The bridge is explicitly stamped with the factory mark "SELZA BIEL". Features a Breguet hairspring and a shock protection system. The movement sits securely within its original internal metal spacer ring.
Case Back: Stainless steel, screw-down military case back. Fully stamped with authentic German military markings:
STAHL BODEN (Stainless steel back)
WASSERDICHT (Waterproof)
ANTIMAGNETIC (Antimagnetic)
SHOCK RESIST (Shock protection system)
Military issued serial number: 501700
Case Dimensions: Vintage military spec size — about 30 mm (excluding the crown)
Band: Comes fitted vintage stainless steel expandable stretch/flex bracelet (Fixoflex style) that matches the military aesthetic perfectly.
Cosmetic Condition: Pre-owned / Vintage Military. The watch is in honest, untouched condition. The chrome-plated mid-case shows natural signs of wear, chrome loss on the lugs, and a rich historical patina that underscores its genuine wartime service. The stainless steel case back and the movement are in exceptionally clean, pristine condition, free of rust or corrosion. All stamped text and serial numbers remain crisp and perfectly legible. Please examine the high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description.
Functional Condition: Fully working and serviced. It keeps accurate time.
Condition & Media: Sold exactly as shown. Review all pictures carefully; they form an integral part of the description and represent cosmetic condition.
⚠️ CRITICAL MOVEMENTS GUIDE & BUYER AGREEMENT:
⚙️ MANUAL WINDING: NO BATTERY. Powered by mainspring. Wind crown clockwise (15-20 turns) until you feel natural resistance. Do not force it. Rewind every 24-36h.
🔄 AUTOMATIC WATCHES: NO BATTERY. Powered by wrist movement. Arrives stopped due to transit. Shake gently for 30-60 seconds to start, then wear regularly.
🔋 QUARTZ WATCHES: Powered by battery. Fresh battery installed before shipping.
⏱️ VINTAGE ACCURACY & SERVICE: This is a 30-90 year old historic collectible, NOT modern quartz. Daily variance up to +/- 3 to 5 minutes is standard and expected. All timepieces are professionally inspected, tested, and serviced when necessary before listing. However, due to their antique nature, future routine maintenance or fine calibration over time remains the buyer's responsibility. Vintage watches have ZERO water resistance; keep away from moisture.
🚫 FRAUD PROTECTION: False returns (e.g. "defective" due to normal vintage variance or lack of battery) will be immediately reported to eBay as policy abuse.
💼 Selling Policy: All sales final. Ask questions BEFORE bidding/offering. If an item arrives damaged, contact us immediately to arrange a return.
✈️ Shipping & Customs Terms:
• Origin: Shipped from Ukraine via registered AirMail with tracking. Despite the war, our postal system works reliably and securely.
• Delivery: Due to wartime logistics and customs, shipping may take longer. We deeply appreciate your patience and support.
• Duties: Import taxes and fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
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