Omega "Dirty Dozen" WWW Issued Military WatchThe "Dirty Dozen" is the title of a 1960s movie that chronicles the misadventures of twelve fictional soldiers during World War II. In watch collecting circles, however, it refers to a group of twelve watches that were worn by actual British soldiers during the conflict. These timepieces were commissioned by the British Ministry of Defense (MoD) during World War II. During World War II, Switzerland exported large quantities of watches and pocket

The intricate engine-turned pattern not only enhances its visual appeal but also speaks to the exceptional attention to detail for which Patek Philippe is renowned

and this one looks very cool and “dreamy “somehow

This particular piece is an early example

-Serial 301xxxx dating to 1972

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- Heuer/Gay Frères steel 9-row bracelet with ‘hlc’-marked end links

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This classic 36mm yellow gold Day-Date is in lovely condition with a good strong case

Hand-made in Tuscany to our highest standards

and the Shantung or mosaic dial is certainly one of them

The watch is powered by a single quickset movement

the group launched what became known as “Project 99