Authentic World War II Military Service Timepiece | Calibre 38.5L T1 | Original Dial & Cathedral Hands
An authentic WWII British War Department issue pocket watch produced by Omega in 1944. This piece carries the official "GSTP" (General Service Trade Pattern) military markings and broad arrow (pheon) stamp on the case back, confirming deployment to British military personnel during the Second World War. The piece features its original aged enamel dial, luminous cathedral hands, and a clean 15-jewel manual-wind mechanism.
Key Technical Specifications
Brand: Omega
Era / Year of Production: 1944 (Verified by movement serial number)
Movement Calibre: Omega Cal. 38.5L T1 (Manual Wind, 15 Jewels)
Movement Serial Number: 10012207
Military Serial Number (Case Back): F032568
Military Stamping: \uparrow G.S.T.P. (Broad Arrow / General Service Trade Pattern)
Dial Features: Off-white enamel, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial at 6 o'clock, original luminous Cathedral hands Condition Report
Movement: Clean internal movement with clear stamping and intact jewels/wheels. No heavy surface oxidation or severe rust visible on plates (see pics)
Dial & Hands: Original dial showing a warm, aged patina consistent with military age. Hour and minute hands remain complete with classic radium aged infill.
Case: Genuine military wear with light surface patina, preserve-stamped markings, and crisp inner case reference numbers.
May require servicing to bring back to life. Selling on behalf of father-in-law.