MWC (Military Watch Company) - A Legacy of Excellence

Founded in 1974 by Wolfgang Obrigheimer, MWC began as a specialist watch company focused on producing rugged military-specification timepieces. Initially, the company made hand-wound mechanical watches, but in 1978 the company expanded into quartz models, with iconic designs such as the MKIII, W10 and G10 that have their roots in these early creations. MWC continues to develop these models with modern enhancements, while retaining their vintage aesthetic.

Wolfgang, who passed away in 2020, remained dedicated to traditional craftsmanship, sketching watch designs by hand well into his life. His legacy lives on through his original concepts and continued production of precision-engineered, durable timepieces. Today, MWC serves a global market, supplying not only military and government agencies, but also police forces, airlines and private labels.

With operations in Switzerland, the US and distribution centres around the world, MWC continues to innovate while honouring its rich heritage. Its timepieces are known for their reliability, long-term durability and compliance with military standards, making them a trusted choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike. 

MWC 
MIL DIVER 
Automatic Watch 
British Military Issue 
0555/6645-02 
876510 

NOS - 1980s MWC MIL DIVER Wristwatch 

This is a New-Old-Stock timepiece! a vintage MWC Mil Diver British Military Issue automatic wristwatch, reference 0555/6645-02, dated from 1980's. 

It is a self-winding watch powered by an automatic movement caliber ETA 2824-2, featuring 25 jewels, a sweep-second hand, a date indicator, hacking seconds function, and a 38-hour power reserve, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour. Swiss made. 

Cased in a 42.8mm PVD steel round case with a unidirectional rotating bezel, this watch is water-resistant up to 30 ATM (300 meters / 990 feet / 30 bar). It also features a screw-down crown. It still has the plastic protection on the crystal and case back. 

Original orange dial with luminous Arabic Numerals, luminous hour markers, a black minute/second track, and luminous matching hands. The date window is conveniently positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock. The dial is signed with "Automatic" at the bottom. 

It comes with a black NATO one-piece strap.  

This wristwatch runs exceptionally well and keeps excellent time!

Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers. 

Movement: 
Swiss 
25 Jewels 

Case Back Markers: 
Professional Waterprotected 
30ATM / 990 Feet. 
0555/6645-02 
MWC MIL DIVER 

Measurements (mm): 
Case 42.8 
Case w/Crown 46.2    
Case Lug to Lug 46.8  
Case Thickness 12  
Lug Width 20  
Band Width 20     

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size. 

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.  

The condition is pre-owned.   
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended. 
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.  
 
It will be carefully packed.  

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