W.W.I Royal Flying Corps ZENITH Aircraft Cockpit Watch c.1916

W.W.I Royal Flying Corps ZENITH Aircraft Cockpit Watch c.1916

W.W.I Royal Flying Corps ZENITH Aircraft Cockpit Watch c.1916
A photograph of an RFC watch fitted to the cockpit of an aircraft (not included with watch).

Scarce, original W.W.I. 'Mark V' Royal Flying Corps aircraft cockpit watch made by the quality Swiss watch manufacturer, "Zenith Watch Co.". This watch dates from around 1916.

Nickel case with snap on back and bezel. Hinged inner dust cover. Nickel bow (later addition so that watch could be worn on the person). Inside case back signed, "Zenith". British military markings on back : War Department arrow and "A" (Aviation). Case diameter (not including pendant) : 51.5mm. Case condition : 85%.

Matt black enamel dial with subsidiary seconds. White numerals and markers. White metal hands. Dial marked : "30 Hour, Non Luminous, Mk V" and "C.B.744". Dial condition : 100%.

High quality, gilt, 19 ligne, 15 jewel movement. Signed, "Zenith". Micrometer regulator. Compensation balance. Breguet overcoil hair spring. Movement condition (appearance) : 90%. Time keeping : Good.

These watches were made to be fitted into the cockpits of Royal Flying Corps aircraft (see picture above). They are scarce items, sought after by both watch and aviation collectors.

Inventory No. 456

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