MWC 1940s/1950s "Dirty Dozen" Pattern General Service Watch with 21 Jewel Automatic Movement - Needs Attention as Described

MIL26-0715 Model: DD/01/AU/2 Condition: See notes below and actual images Fault: The watch is not running, and the fixed bars have been removed. While this is not ideal, it is not an insurmountable problem. New fixed bars can be installed using a high-strength adhesive or liquid metal. Another common solution is to fit single-shouldered spring bars and permanently bond them into place, creating a secure and reliable replacement. LOCATION: UK Manufacturers Product Overview This DD/01/AU/2 is a classic military watch design based on the 1940s/1950s British military timepieces. Manufactured by MWC, it combines historical accuracy with subtle modern enhancements to ensure daily wearability. This model uses a self-winding automatic movement (which can also be manually wound) in place of the original hand-wound type but retains all key visual features – including an acrylic crystal and black dial with luminous indices. The case is crafted from military-grade 316L stainless steel and fitted with a canvas strap true to the era. Specifications SKU Code: DD/01/AU/2 Case Diameter: 36.5 mm (excluding crown), 39 mm (including crown) Lug to Lug: 48 mm Case Thickness: 13.5 mm Dial Colour: Black Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel Caseback: Solid 316L Stainless Steel Crown: 316L Stainless Steel Water Resistance: 5 ATM / 50m Movement: 21-Jewel Automatic (self-winding + manual winding option) Crystal: Acrylic (Plexiglass / Perspex) Lume: Luminova Strap: 18mm 1950s Pattern Canvas Strap Serial Number: Engraved on caseback Packaging: Supplied in presentation box Historical Context The final image shows the original "Dirty Dozen" watches produced for the British Ministry of Defence during WWII by twelve renowned manufacturers: Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex. Though MWC was founded in 1974, well after these originals were issued, this model is built very much in the spirit of those historic timepieces. * For details of water resistance ratings etc go to Water Resistance ** Photo Credit: Watches Of Knightsbridge For anyone interested in the history of the Dirty Dozen these links show the 12 original watches and explain the history. The Dirty Dozen 1 The Dirty Dozen 2 The Dirty Dozen 3