79 - OMEGA: MILITARY “C.S. TYPE”, AIR MINISTRY, BASE METAL A military manual-wind open-face pocket watch with black luminous dial and subsidiary seconds, issued for British military use.

OMEGA: MILITARY “C.S. TYPE”, AIR MINISTRY, BASE METAL A military manual-wind open-face pocket watch with black luminous dial and subsidiary seconds, issued for British military use. Year: Circa 1939–1940 Dial: Black dial with large white Arabic numeral hour markers, outer railway minute track, luminous hour plots, painted hands and subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock, marked G.S. TYPE and B.B. 6712. Calibre: Omega manual-wind calibre 19, gilt-finished movement, signed OMEGA and numbered 5200827. Case: Circular base metal open-face case with hinged back and inner cuvette, numbered 6075187. Case back engraved with Air Ministry “A.M.” beneath crown and military broad arrow. Diameter: Approx. 52 mm Gross Weight: Approx. 134.6 g including chain. Chain: Silver-tone pocket watch chain with T-bar and two coin charms. Signature: Dial, movement and case. Accessories: Accompanied by pocket watch chain with T-bar and two coin charms. Condition Report: Overall grade: Good vintage condition. Case: Surface scratches, rubbing and marks consistent with age and military use. Military engravings remain clearly visible. Dial: Attractive black military dial with age-related patination, minor surface marks and ageing to the luminous material. Printing remains clear overall. Glass: Surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Movement: Running at the time of cataloguing; not tested for timekeeping. Chain: Showing general surface wear and patination consistent with age. Crown: Surface wear consistent with age and use. Running at the time of cataloguing. Overhaul recommended at buyer’s expense. We do not test any watches for their accuracy and as such, timekeeping cannot be guaranteed. All lots are sold as is, without any representation or warranty as to their condition or function. Condition Reports are provided for guidance only and may not refer to all imperfections, restorations, or replacements. Prospective buyers are responsible for ensuring they are completely satisfied with the condition of the lot before bidding. Although Adam’s endeavours to note any replacement parts in our Condition Reports, we cannot confirm that each component is original, or that any replacements are made using original manufacturer parts.