Smiths "Deluxe" ref 6B/542 Military Watch for the British RAFIn the late 1940s and early 1950s, Smiths was commissioned to produce a General Service wristwatch for the British Armed Forces. The British government, concerned about dependence on foreign watch supplierssomething that had proven problematic during World War IIoffered Smiths substantial contracts to encourage domestic watch production. However, for reasons unknown, the British Army ultimately chose not to move forward with the order. It wasnt until

We love this specific configuration — it’s almost like the “Calatrava” of Rolex

These watches hit different compared to a Day-date and we have another lovely example for you guys today

remains in outstanding condition

this piece deviates from the norm with a cool and rare pink gold variation

so we were called upon for search and rescue missions

It was created for our exclusive Heyday Collection

Additional OEM Nautilus croc strap

It's fitted with the pictured leather strap

painted Roman numerals

that were similar to Rolex President bands: watch comes on an Omega reference 1447 with 805 endlinks

these inserts are highly collectible and lift the watch to a different level aesthetically

that would fit a wrist size up to 18cm