WWII 1940 Pattern American Army Ordnance / ORD Watch (Automatic) GMT Accidents resulting in cracked crystals

Accidents resulting in cracked crystals typically involve watches with mineral glass

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Historical Background

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WWII 1940 Pattern American Army Ordnance / ORD Watch (Automatic) GMT Accidents resulting in cracked crystalsSKU: ORD1 AU During WWII, Ordnance watches were produced for the US military by Waltham, Hamilton, Bulova, and Elgin. Due to wartime conditions and material shortages, these original watches were made of nickel plated brass instead of stainless steel, making it difficult to find one in good condition today. The original Ordnance watches were small, measuring 33 34mm, but we have slightly increased the size to 36. 5 mm (excluding the crown) and 39 mm