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WWW Dirty Dozen CYMA Military ww2 Watch
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Description Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Cyma Style: Military
In the early 1940’s, the British Ministry of Defense (MoD) published a set of specifications for a wristwatch design that they wanted to use for their soldiers. The specifications are commonly referred to as WWW, or Watch Wristlet Waterproof. Twelve companies submitted watches that met the criteria: Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor and Vertex. These twelve watches together are called the “Dirty Dozen” by military watch collectors. Interestingly, the war ended before these great watches could be issued to soldiers for combat duty. Of the twelve brands, the Cyma is one of most popular for several reasons. The Cyma WWW is housed in a solid stainless steel case, measuring a respectable 37 mm wide not including the large crown. Many of the other manufacturers used chrome plated cases which have survived to varying degrees, making the steel case of the Cyma easier to find in nice condition. Also, the 37 mm case is second largest of the dozen, making it a popular choice for wearing in this day and age of larger watches. The stainless steel case is 37 mm A wide, by almost 45mm long, with 18mm lugs. The lugs have fixed bars, and will not accommodate spring bars of course. With fixed bars, these are usually worn.The crystal is acrylic, with a nice mellow dome to it. These crystals are extremely difficult to source, so watch out for bad or ill-fitting crystals. The crown chrome is worn. The movement in these is the Cyma caliber 234, a 15 jewel manual wind. Oddly, this movement does not have a shock protected balance. Closing the movement in is a soft iron dust cover, which also helps with anti-magnetic protection. The dial is black with Arabic numeral hour markers, and a sub seconds dial at six o’clock. It originally came with lume plots at each hour, and the large baton shaped hands were also filled with Lume So if you’re looking for a wearable vintage military watch the Cyma WWW is a great place to start. Please Check my other www dirty dozen watches on ebay !!! Only UK buyers over 25 positive feedbacks!!!!
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| Condition: | Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Cyma |
| Style: | Military |
In the early 1940’s, the British Ministry of Defense (MoD) published a set of specifications for a wristwatch design that they wanted to use for their soldiers. The specifications are commonly referred to as WWW, or Watch Wristlet Waterproof. Twelve companies submitted watches that met the criteria: Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor and Vertex. These twelve watches together are called the “Dirty Dozen” by military watch collectors. Interestingly, the war ended before these great watches could be issued to soldiers for combat duty. Of the twelve brands, the Cyma is one of most popular for several reasons. The Cyma WWW is housed in a solid stainless steel case, measuring a respectable 37 mm wide not including the large crown. Many of the other manufacturers used chrome plated cases which have survived to varying degrees, making the steel case of the Cyma easier to find in nice condition. Also, the 37 mm case is second largest of the dozen, making it a popular choice for wearing in this day and age of larger watches. The stainless steel case is 37 mm A wide, by almost 45mm long, with 18mm lugs. The lugs have fixed bars, and will not accommodate spring bars of course. With fixed bars, these are usually worn.The crystal is acrylic, with a nice mellow dome to it. These crystals are extremely difficult to source, so watch out for bad or ill-fitting crystals. The crown chrome is worn. The movement in these is the Cyma caliber 234, a 15 jewel manual wind. Oddly, this movement does not have a shock protected balance. Closing the movement in is a soft iron dust cover, which also helps with anti-magnetic protection. The dial is black with Arabic numeral hour markers, and a sub seconds dial at six o’clock. It originally came with lume plots at each hour, and the large baton shaped hands were also filled with Lume So if you’re looking for a wearable vintage military watch the Cyma WWW is a great place to start. Please Check my other www dirty dozen watches on ebay !!! Only UK buyers over 25 positive feedbacks!!!!