I was given this by an associate after I had researched his Uncle, killed in 1915. If I recall correctly, he said it was a (German) Artillery Officers stop watch. Hoping that some of our artillery 'buffs' out there may enlighten me. Kindest Regards James Makers Name Makers Mark inside
The maker is Junghans, a German Manufacturer. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junghans Just be careful with it - it looks like the crown is missing and that will allow dust to build up inside and seize up the movement, if that has not already happened. Looks like one of the hands is missing too. It will be possible to get it cleaned up fairly reasonably so that it does not deteriorate more, but to get it fully restored may cost a lot. A quick Google shows that these were used by Kriegsmarine and Luftwaffe too but not necessarily official military issue. Are there any other markings on it?
Hiya Dave Many thanks for your information, unfortunately the glass has come away so I would imagine dirt has got into the works, and the buttons on the side are missing. The only other marks are a serial number and those for slowing / increasing? movement. I was told they were used for timing barrages, flight of shells etc. Regards James
I have my great, great uncles wrist watch from WW1 which was somehow sent back to my family after he died in 1917. My dad is an horologist but this one has always defeated him - he could never get it to work. But despite it not working it is still a wonderful thing to have, as I am sure yours is. If you think it is WW1 it might be worth sticking it up on GWF. You could always call a dealer in this type of thing too and he may be able to date it for you. All the best with it, Dave
