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"The Inconvenient Truth about the World's First Waterproof Watch,
The Story of Charles Depollier and his Waterproof Trench Watches of the Great War"

Below is the 1st video I assisted Waltham Watches with for their new

Waltham "Field & Marine" Watch and overall Waltham history.

I'm the narrator and project historical advisor.

2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book
2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book

2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, Black PVD Case Finish, 26 Jewels, Automatic, Two Green Straps, Deployant Clasp, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 38 Hour Power Reserve, 41mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book

I proudly served as "Project Historian" for Waltham Watches for the new line of "Field & Marine" watches honoring Charles Depollier. Up for sale today is an exceptionally beautiful and extremely desirable Swiss made 2021 Waltham "Field & Marine" wristwatch, BLACK dial version. This one has all the bells and whistles. 41mm 316L stainless steel case, automatic Sellita SW200 movement with 26 jewels, self winding, 28,800bpm, 38 hour power reserve, black PVD case finish, water resistant to 30ATM 1000ft/300m, Depollier Bayonet Crown system, compressor case back, domed sapphire crystal, X1 grade Superluminova. Comes with two 20mm green straps, one of them is the factory original with the factory black PVD buckle. The tapered green strap currently on the watch features a black deployant clasp. The case is 41mm going across, 46mm lug tip to lug tip with 20mm lugs. The matte black dial looks superb with the black PVD case finish! This was the 38th one made. The side of this watch case features a little something extra. It is stamped "FIELD & MARINE". Only a small portion of these watches that were made feature this extra badging. Side stamping the case with badging back in 1918 was a Waltham-Depollier innovation for wristwatches. 

 

In 1918 Charles Depollier and Waltham created the world's first waterproof wristwatch, and yes, it did in fact feature a screw down crown. Depollier worked with the United States Army Engineering & Research Division to create the world's first waterproof wristwatch MIL SPEC, the "Field & Marine". He also made civilian versions. Depollier's wristwatch case was independently tested by high ranking officers of the U.S. Army in Washington D.C. to ensure waterproof ability. Depollier's watch passed the 500 hour water government submersion tests with flying colors. After successful testing the United States War Department then purchased 10,000 units for military issuance. A legend was born! As Project Historian, I ensured that the design elements of the original 1918 Waltham Depollier "Field & Marine" could still be found on this modern recreation of the famous Waltham "Field & Marine" wristwatch. Charles Depollier beat Rolex to the waterproof wristwatch by nearly a full decade, 3,277 days to be exact. My latest book "The Inconvenient Truth about the World's First Waterproof Wristwatch, the Story of Charles Depollier and his Waterproof Trench Watches of the Great War" provides indisputable proof  that Depollier beat Rolex by years. Due to my book it is now commonly accepted that Depollier beat Rolex to the waterproof wristwatch and that Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, lied about his accomplishments. I received the 2023 NAWCC Award for Excellence in the Field of Horological Research for this book. All of the government military documents I found in the National Archives are in the book, proving these facts. You will receive a free signed copy of this book with the purchase of this wristwatch. This watch is in perfect working order and ready for your wrist! It comes with the hand made high end factory wood box too.

2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.
2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book.

2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Wristwatch, Blue Sunburst Dial Version, 31 Jewels, Automatic, Factory Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet, "Field & Marine" Side Stamp Badging, 42 Hour Power Reserve, 43mm Case, 316L Stainless Steel, Water Resistant to 300m, Legendary Styling, Free Depollier Book. 

I proudly served as "Project Historian" for Waltham Watches for the new line of "Field & Marine" watches honoring Charles Depollier. Up for sale today is an exceptionally beautiful and extremely desirable Swiss made 2022 Waltham "Field & Marine" Dual Time Zone wristwatch, BLUE dial version. This one has all the bells and whistles. 43mm 316L stainless steel case, automatic Soprod C115 movement with 31 jewels, self winding, 28,800bpm, 42 hour power reserve, stainless steel case, water resistant to 30ATM 1000ft/300m, Depollier Bayonet Crown system, compressor case back, domed sapphire crystal, X1 grade Superluminova. Comes with the 22mm stainless steel factory mesh bracelet. The case is 43mm going across, 47mm lug tip to lug tip with 22mm lugs. The blue sunburst dial looks superb with the stainless steel case, really makes it pop! This was the 6th one made. The side of this watch case features a little something extra. It is stamped "FIELD & MARINE". Only a small portion of these watches that were made feature this extra badging. Side stamping the case with badging back in 1918 was a Waltham-Depollier innovation for wristwatches. The Dual Time Zone sub dial is controlled by button near the 5 o'clock position on the side of the case. Use a pen or tooth pick to use this button.

 

In 1918 Charles Depollier and Waltham created the world's first waterproof wristwatch, and yes, it did in fact feature a screw down crown. Depollier worked with the United States Army Engineering & Research Division to create the world's first waterproof wristwatch MIL SPEC, the "Field & Marine". He also made civilian versions. Depollier's wristwatch case was independently tested by high ranking officers of the U.S. Army in Washington D.C. to ensure waterproof ability. Depollier's watch passed the 500 hour water government submersion tests with flying colors. After successful testing the United States War Department then purchased 10,000 units for military issuance. A legend was born! As Project Historian, I ensured that the design elements of the original 1918 Waltham Depollier "Field & Marine" could still be found on this modern recreation of the famous Waltham "Field & Marine" wristwatch. Charles Depollier beat Rolex to the waterproof wristwatch by nearly a full decade, 3,277 days to be exact. My latest book "The Inconvenient Truth about the World's First Waterproof Wristwatch, the Story of Charles Depollier and his Waterproof Trench Watches of the Great War" provides indisputable proof  that Depollier beat Rolex by years. Due to my book it is now commonly accepted that Depollier beat Rolex to the waterproof wristwatch and that Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, lied about his accomplishments. I received the 2023 NAWCC Award for Excellence in the Field of Horological Research for this book. All of the government military documents I found in the National Archives are in the book, proving these facts. You will receive a free signed copy of this book with the purchase of this wristwatch. This watch is in perfect working order and ready for your wrist! It comes with the factory box.

2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.
2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.

2016 Waltham XA Black Matter Wristwatch, Black Dial Version, 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, High End Ceramic Bezel, Dubois-Depraz Caliber 14060 Automatic Self Winding Movement featuring 29 Jewels, 42 Hour Power Reserve, Original Factory Rubber Strap and Black Titanium Clasp, Water Resistant to 300m.

Up for sale today is an exceptionally beautiful and extremely desirable Swiss made 2016 Waltham XA Black Matter wristwatch, BLACK dial version. This high end timepiece is from Waltham's "Aero-Naval" Collection. This one has all the bells and whistles. 47mm Black Grade 5 Titanium case, black ceramic bezel, high end Dubois-Depraz 14060 caliber automatic movement with 29 jewels, self winding, 28,800bpm, 42 hour power reserve, water resistant to 30ATM 1000ft/300m, screw down crown, AR coated sapphire crystal, X1 grade Superluminova. Comes with the original factory rubber strap and the grade 5 titanium clasp. This is a larger case, 47mm going across, not including the crown. The matte black titanium case looks superb with matte black textured dial and black rubber strap. Triple black style is often referred to as a murdered look or style. This was the 208th one made. The angles of the case give this watch case an incredibly unique look on the wrist. This Waltham XA Black Matter is in perfect working order. It comes with the high end original factory box, papers and original purchase receipt.

 

On May 20, 1927 world famous pilot Charles Lindbergh took off from Long Island New York to Paris France. Lindbergh was the very first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. On the instrument panel of his plane, the Spirit of St. Louis, was a Waltham XA Aircraft Clock. The Waltham XA Aircraft Clock was developed during WW1. It was a high trusted instrument, which is why Lindbergh chose to trust it with his life as he flew across the Atlantic Ocean. A very unique design with the second hand at the 12 o'clock position. Large 3-6-9 numerals for ease of reading the time. I love how Waltham chose to honor their rich history with the dial that Lindbergh made famous. The Spirit of St. Louis is on display at the National Air & Space Museum in Washington D.C. on the Nation Mall. 

2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.
2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.

2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch, Number 4 of only 11 Produced, Black Dial Version with the Red Moon Phase Ring, 40mm Black Grade 5 Titanium Case, Sellita Caliber SW288 Automatic Movement with 26 Jewels, 41 Hour Power Reserve, Box, Papers and Factory Instruction Cards.

Up for sale today is an exceptionally beautiful and extremely desirable Swiss made 2022 Thomas Funder "RED MANE" Moon Phase Wristwatch. They only made 11 "Red Mane" wristwatches and this was the 4th one made, this was the highest end version offered.  This is a 41mm high end Grade 5 black titanium case. Very light weight. Horizontal brushed case sides, polished case bevels, polished bezel, screw down crown. AR coated sapphire crystal. Black sunburst dial with circular brushed dial ring, luminous hour and minute hands and indexes. Replacement black strap with the factory original Thomas Funder badged buckle. Water resistant to 10 ATM, 100m, 300ft. The case measures 40.5mm going across, 44mm lug tip to lug tip with a 20mm lug width. It features a Swiss made Sellita automatic self winding movement, caliber SW288 with 26 jewels. 28,800 bpm with a 41 hour power reserve. 

 

The case back on this Thomas Funder Titanium Moon Phase Wristwatch is nothing short of phenomenal. It features a display of all of the moon phases by name and image. This watch comes with the factory box and papers. This includes the factory instruction card on how to properly use the moon phase function of this incredible wristwatch. This watch is in perfect working order and ready for your wrist!

2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM
2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer, Reference SW45-02060STM

2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Black Chronograph Tachymeter, COSC Certified Chronometer
Reference SW45-02060STM

Up for sale today is a "neo-vintage" Swiss made 2008 Waltham "Fidalgo" Chronograph Tachymeter, black version. The Waltham brand, which has served many famous pioneers during their exploits over the past 120+ years introduced a new line of watches in 2008. GMTs, Tonneaus, Chronographs and Decos. These watches are worthy descendants of Waltham's rich heritage. An attractive blend of retro charm with the most advanced technical characteristics. In the mid-1950s Waltham production moved to Switzerland and are still being made their today. This high end Waltham features a COSC Certified Chronometer automatic movement made by Dubois-Depraz, caliber 30030. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph. 42 hour power reserve. Stainless steel case with a domed anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Very desirable exhibition case back with a sapphire crystal. Attractive screw down chronograph pushers. The reverse panda dial features a black center, white counters and a black flange Tachymeter ring, luminescent Arabic style numeral 12 at the top of the dial, lumed skeleton hands. Chronograph small seconds at 3 o'clock, 30 minute counter at 9 o'clock, date at 6 o'clock. Water resistant to 50m. This Waltham still has the original factory rally style black buffalo leather strap and custom "W" for Waltham butterfly deployant clasp. The case measures 51mm lug tip to lug tip, 45mm going across not including the crown with a 24mm lug width. From a dead stop, turn the crown forward 40 times, no more, to get good power on the mainspring. This is a NOS (new old stock) wristwatch that is now available for a much lower cost. I've ran this watch for a month and it is still keeping superb timing and all functions work exactly as they should. Waltham "Fidalgo" Chronograph Black, reference SW45-02060STM.

1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap
1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case, Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel Military Dial, Black Leather Strap

1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch, Nickel Illinois Watch Case Company Case,
Size 3/0s, 17 Jewel Riverside Movement, Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, BOLD Arabic Enamel
Military Dial, Black Leather Strap 

Up for sale today is an exceptionally beautiful and extremely desirable WW1 1917 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch that features a high end 17 JEWEL RIVERSIDE movement, swivel lugs, the original factory crown and an enamel BOLD Arabic military dial! This absolutely remarkable piece of American craftsmanship is in great condition, hard to believe this watch is 107 years old. Our Great Grandfather's knew how to make things that would last for generations. The movement was just completely taken apart and serviced in November of 2024, a brand new mainspring has also been installed. It's now in superb running condition and keeping excellent time. This watch has been tested on a professional timegraph 5000 Machine for accuracy so rest assured. Take another look at picture number three again, this movement is clean as a whistle and stunningly beautiful. I'm sure that you have noticed by now that this is not your ordinary trench watch case by a long shot! This is a nickel trench watch case featuring SWIVEL LUGS that was manufactured by the Illinois Watch Case Company in 1917. Flared swivel lugs were the 1918 model year, rectangle swivel lugs as seen on this model were 1917. The IWCCo case has not been polished, just cleaned up. Plus, this watch still has the original factory crown! This watch is simply incredible! In September of 1917 the Illinois Watch Case Company gave proper names to four of their top end trench watch cases. This one was named the "General Funston" after General Frederick Funston of the United States Army. Affectionately known as "Fearless Freddie" by the men who served under him. General Funston is best known for his actions in the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Philippine-American War. So, it makes perfect sense that the IWWCo would name one of their best cases after him. The enamel dial on this 1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch is the most desirable they ever made, the BOLD Arabic Box Military Dial! The dial features a white face, BOLD Arabic numerals, outer minute markers, the correct thick blue steel military hands for this dial and is signed "WALTHAM" near the center. This historic and iconic WW1 American made trench watch has been fitted with a black leather strap that absolutely makes the watch! Take a look at picture number two again, this watch looks stunning on the wrist! The strap will fit a wrist up to eight inches and has a matching buckle. It will have a bit of wear on it because I seriously could not resist wearing this one for a day, can you blame me? Here are the movement details: 1915 Waltham, 17 jewels, size 3/0s version, serial number 19007078, Riverside grade. SOLID GOLD center wheel! They just don't make them like this anymore! The case measures 41mm lug tip to lug tip, 31.5mm without the original factory crown with a 14mm lug diameter. A brand new glass crystal has been installed using UV cement and a UV curing machine. A brand new inner sleeve has been installed in the crown tube. It now has a nice firm POP, just as it should. There is ZERO crown lag! This watch is ready to be worn and shown off, it will surely get noticed! I put a lot of time and effort into this Waltham, I'm sure that you will appreciate the quality and quantity of work that has been done. Solid old World craftsmanship at its finest! You would be seriously hard pressed to find a finer example of this 1917 WW1 Waltham "General Funston" Trench Watch with a 17 jewel Riverside movement, SWIVEL LUGS, the original factory crown and a BOLD Arabic enamel military dial. This one sets the bar!

VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.
VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.

VERY RARE 1918 WW1 Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans Trench Watch, Sterling Silver IWCCo Case with Swivel Lugs, Original Factory Crown, High End Grade 365 Movement, 15 Jewels, RED 12 Enamel Military Dial, Correct Thick Blue Steel Hands, Dark Brown Leather Strap.

Up for sale today is an exceptionally beautiful and extremely desirable Sterling Silver 1918 WWI Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans" Trench Watch that features a high end 15 jewel movement, SWIVEL LUGS and a BOLD Arabic RED 12 enamel military dial! The Admiral Evans is one of the MOST sought after American made wristwatches from antiquity! This absolutely remarkable piece of American craftsmanship is in SUPERB original condition. Hard to believe that this watch is 106 years old! Our Grandfather's knew how to make things that would last for generations! The 15 jewel movement was just completely taken apart and serviced in November of 2024. It's in superb running condition and keeping excellent time. This watch has been tested on a professional timegraph 5000 Machine for accuracy so rest assured! Take another look at picture number three again, this movement is clean as a whistle and stunning in its beauty! I'm sure that you have noticed by now that this is not your ordinary trench watch case by a long shot! This is a sterling silver OCTAGON shaped trench watch case with SWIVEL LUGS that was manufactured by the Illinois Watch Case Company in 1918. Rectangle swivel lugs were the 1917 model year, flared swivel lugs, like this watch, were the 1918 model year. The Admiral Evans is by far the most coveted by collectors when it comes to the IWCCo's Admiral & General case series. In September of 1917 the Illinois Watch Case Company gave proper names to four of their top of the line military trench watch cases. This one was named the "Admiral Evans" after Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans (aka Fighting Bob). Admiral Evans commanded the very first battleship commissioned by the US Navy, the USS Indiana. During the Spanish-American War he commanded the USS Iowa. Later, he became the commander of the Asiatic Fleet and the North Atlantic Fleet. He honorable retired after commanding the Great White Fleet in 1908. So, it makes complete sense that the IWCCo would name one of their top of the line cases after him. The bezel and case back both snap together very crisply, just as they should. This case is highly prized by collectors for its beauty and design features, especially the eight sided octagon case. Plus, this case still has the factory original sterling silver crown!  The case has NOT been polished, just cleaned up a bit, looks fantastic. This watch is simply incredible! The enamel dial on this trench watch is probably the most desirable that Waltham ever produced, the BOLD Arabic RED 12 Military Dial! The dial features a white face, BOLD Arabic numerals, outer minute markers, the correct thick blue steel hands for this dial and is signed WALTHAM near the top. This historic and iconic American trench watch has been fitted with a dark brown leather strap that absolutely makes the watch! Take a look at picture number one again, this watch looks stunning on the wrist! The gently used strap will fit a wrist up to about eight inches and has a matching silver tone buckle. It will have a bit of wear on it because I seriously could not resist wearing this one for a few days, can you blame me? It's kind of like Ferris Bueller and that Ferrari, if you had access to one would you just leave it in a garage? I think not! Here are the movement details: 1918 Waltham, 15 jewels, size 3/0s, grade 365, model 1907, serial number 21462485. They just don't make them like this anymore! The case measures 46mm lug tip to lug tip, 31.5mm not including the original factory sterling silver crown with a 14mm lug diameter. The glass crystal was seated using UV cement and a UV curing machine. A brand new inner sleeve has also been installed in the crown tube, the crown has a nice firm pop, just as it should. This watch is ready to be worn and shown off, it will surely get noticed! I put a lot of time and effort into this Waltham Admiral Evans, I'm sure that you will appreciate the quality and quantity of work that has been done. Solid old World craftsmanship at its finest! You would be seriously hard pressed to find a finer example of this sterling silver 1918 WWI Waltham RED 12 "Admiral Evans" Trench Watch with SWIVEL LUGS, this one sets the bar!

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American Made Trench Watch Evaluation Service

Considering making a purchase of an American made WWI era trench watch? I'd be happy to evaluate the watch for you. I've written three hardbound books about American made trench watches and I'm the recipient of the NAWCC Museum Research Award in this field. I'll give you extremely detailed information about the trench watch from the crown, dial, hands, case, movement, strap and any possible shrapnel guards attached to the watch. I will identify everything about the watch that is correct and and incorrect. Over the past 100+ years many parts on these watches have been changed, just to get them up and running once again. But, having an incorrect crown or mis-matched set of hands on a trench watch can seriously devalue the timepiece. I will NOT put a dollar amount on the watch as the movement performance will not be able to be ascertained through photographs. What you pay for the watch is between you and the seller. I will also evaluate entire collections, contact for collection pricing. I will need clear pictures of the case, dial, hands, movement and inside of the case back for a full evaluation. It's better to spend $50.00 on my evaluation services before you make a purchase! You certainly don't want to find out down the road that the watch is worth a fraction of what you paid for it due to incorrect parts that are not original to the timepiece.

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I will evaluate American made trench watches from the following manufacturers.

Elgin, Waltham, Depollier, Illinois, Hamilton, Hampden, Ingersoll

 

Once you purchase my evaluation services please email me the required pictures.

LRFAntiqueWatches@yahoo.com

$50.00 PER WATCH EVALUATION

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1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp
1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made  Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp

1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch, Depollier Developed Waterproof Technology, 36mm Threaded .830 Silver Hermetic Case, Original Factory Screw Down Crown, High End 15 Jewel Movement, Factory Military Grade Yellow Crystal with a Hand Made

Tan KHAKI STRAP and Sterling Silver Slider Clasp

This 1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch is HEAVILY featured in my latest book.
"The Inconvenient Truth about the World's First Waterproof Watch,
The Story of Charles Depollier and his Waterproof Trench Watches of the Great War"

341 pages, hardbound, ISBN: 978-0-578-29133-8
 
Up for sale today is a watch that has been missing from the historical record for decades. This is the HIGH END version of the Waltham Depollier "Field & Marine" Waterproof Watch. The Field & Marine" was made of nickel. This highly elusive model was named the 1919 Waltham Depollier 'THERMO" Waterproof Watch. The Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watches were only made in .830 silver and 14k solid gold. This is the SILVER version! The side of the case reads "DEPOLLIER WATERPROOF WATCH TRADEMARK". This absolutely remarkable piece of American craftsmanship is in SUPERB condition and has been mechanically restored! Hard to believe that this waterproof watch is 103 years old! All modern dive watches and waterproof watches today can be traced back to this model, the technology developed by Depollier started it all! Our Grandfather's knew how to make things that would last for generations! The movement was just completely taken apart and serviced on 1-18-2022, a brand new mainspring has also been installed. It's in superb running condition and keeping excellent time. This watch has been tested on a professional timegraph 5000 Machine for accuracy so rest assured! Take another look at picture number three again, this 15 jewel movement is clean as a whistle and stunning in its beauty! I'm sure that you have noticed by now that this is not your ordinary trench watch case by a long shot! This is a .830 SILVER waterproof trench watch case that was manufactured by J. Depollier & Son in 1919. The FIVE Depollier patent dates that made this waterproof watch possible are stamped on the inside of the case back, 1916 - 1919. Case number: 289. Years of R&D by Depollier went into this case design! This is a fully hermetic waterproof case so the bezel and case back are both threaded, the threading is in excellent condition! Nobody over the past 103 years has tried to open the case the wrong way by prying it open. So many of these cases have been destroyed by somebody trying to improperly pry the case open but this one is just superb. This case is highly prized by collectors for its beauty & design features and incredible historical importance. This waterproof technology developed by Charles Depollier was tested by Lieutenant Colonel Mauborgne of the United States Army Signal Corps in 1918 and it passed the tests with flying colors. He was the Chief of the United States Army Signal Corps Engineering & Research Division when he tested this watch design. He would soon thereafter purchase 10,000 of them for the US Army. Lieutenant Colonel Mauborgne would later become a TWO STAR Major General and the Chief Signal Officer of the United States Army. Depollier developed the world's first waterproof wrist watch that actually worked and kept the water out! Plus, this case still has the original factory silver crown! The case has not been polished, just cleaned. This watch is simply incredible! The enamel dial on this trench watch is among the most desirable that Waltham ever produced, the Shadow Box Military Dial! The dial features a white face, shadow box numerals, outer minute markers, the correct blue steel skeleton hands for this dial and is signed "WALTHAM" near the center. The dial and skeleton hands have been re-lumed using safe modern material. Very nice dark brown color for that very desirable vintage look! This historic and iconic American trench watch has been fitted with a hand made 16mm tan KHAKI STRAP and a sterling silver slider clasp that absolutely makes the watch! Take a look at picture number two again, this watch looks stunning on the wrist! The strap will fit a wrist up to 8.5 inches. It will have a bit of wear on it because I seriously could not resist wearing this one for a few days, can you blame me? It's kind of like Ferris Bueller and that Ferrari, if you had access to one would you just leave it in a garage? I think not! Here are the movement details: 1919 Waltham, 15 jewels, size 3/0s, serial number 21413784, grade 365, model 1907. The high end movement features a solid gold center wheel, solid gold raised jewel chatons and solid gold balance wheel screws! They just don't make them like this anymore! The case measures a whopping 44mm lug tip to lug tip, 36mm not including the original factory crown with a nice and wide 16mm lug diameter. The case weighs an incredible 39.6 grams of .830 silver without the movement or 1.39 ounces. That is a lot of silver considering your run of the mill WWI sterling silver trench watch case only weighs about 12 grams. This EXTREMELY RARE "THERMO" model still has a yellow military crystal. Charles Depollier wrote a booklet back in 1917 titled "The Watch in the Trenches", on pages 13-14 he discusses the need for a dark colored crystal. This was intended to lessen the brightness of the radium lume. You certainly didn't want an enemy sniper taking you out from across "no-man's land". The original dark yellow crystal has some scratches, but nothing that I would consider major. This watch winds and sets exactly as it should and the screw down crown locks into place just as it should! It has no issues. The two shoulders that the crown screws down into are also in excellent condition. This watch is ready to be worn and shown off, it will surely get noticed! I put a lot of time and effort into this Waltham Depollier, I'm sure that you will appreciate the quality and quantity of work that has been done. Solid old World craftsmanship at its finest! You would be seriously hard pressed to find a ANOTHER example of this 1919 Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch featuring a high end 15 jewel movement, re-lumed shadow box military dial & hands, factory original yellow military grade crystal, screw down crown, Depollier .830 silver case with the five Depollier patent dates stamped into the case back with a hand made tan KHAKI STRAP with a slider clasp. All sales are final, no returns.
 
This Waltham Depollier "THERMO" Waterproof Watch has been SOLD!
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