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ARTIFACT:
This is a rare United States Air Force Model A-17 "Hack" pilot's wristwatch by Waltham Watch Company. Manufacturing watches since 1850, the Waltham Watch Company operated under several names and in 1907 settled on sharing names with the second Massachusetts town to headquarter the company. The watch features its original, unrestored 24-hour dial and original strap.
VINTAGE:
Circa late 1940s.
SIZE:
Approximately 8-3/4" in length and 1-5/16" in width (bezel with crown).
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Case=nickel plated brass; strap = cotton; crystal = original plastic.
ATTACHMENT:
Strap with buckle.
MARKINGS:
A-17 model and spec information stamped into back.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a United States Air Force collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. SHOP VAJJL99 SLFBEX3/12 SLEEJX1/13 TrEEJX5/13
CONDITION:
8 (Excellent-): The watch looks great and runs well.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
