SMITHS MILITARY DELUXE ISSUE A409 PATTERN DENNISON CASED WRISTWATCH 1953 bwc case these veg tanned straps distress

these veg tanned straps distress well on vintage watches as the colour fades

this all helps preserve the originality of the appearance of the watch

This is an unusual watch in that  the lower part of the case is chromed above the back

You could always opt for a leather 16mm strap to be fitted and keep the bracelet spare

straight one piece click and click spring combined

SMITHS MILITARY DELUXE ISSUE A409 PATTERN DENNISON CASED WRISTWATCH 1953 bwc case these veg tanned straps distressModel A409 Everest pattern Smiths Deluxe. Thirteen A409's were supplied by Smiths to members of the famous Everest expedition. This particular watch has been adopted for use by Pakistan forces and carries the appropriate engraving on the back. This is the version with the gilt baton hands. Excellent investment if you want the correct model that went up Everest. 33. 5 mm Dennison Aquatite signed case. Th thickness is approximately 10. 5mm. Excellent 12