1944 · Very Good (Little sign of wear) · 55mm

Description

Beobachtungs-Uhren (B-Uhr) watches were issued to WWII Luftwaffe pilots and observers. This is an excellently preserved example, given that it is nearly 80 years old. These navigation watches were the property of the Luftwaffe, and not the individual pilots so they had to be returned after completing each mission. We have had it fully serviced by a leading pilot watch specialist. Running perfectly, it is still accurate to +/- 1 second a day! B-Uhr watches were made by one of five manufacturers; this one comes from Stowa (Walter Storz). The huge 55mm case meant the watch was easy to read in a dark plane and could also be worn over a leather flying jacket. It also has a large ‘onion’ crown. Our watch comes with two accurate replica straps: double-riveted so they can be easily changed despite the fixed bars. One is standard length, the other an extra-long version. The rare black original Type A dial with white Arabic numerals is in great condition and the sword blue hands retain their lume. Engraved on the back of the case, are the watch’s markings: type FL23883, serial no. 6019, the inside of the back also marked Gerat (device) Nr. 127- and with other fully matching marks. Each case had FL23883 engraved on the left side. FL means Flieger, 23 denotes a navigation watch. Stowa used Swiss movements; the Unitas cal. 2812. The total production of these pilots watches was approximately 13,500 precision timepieces in total. Stowa’s are back in production (both Types A and B) at affordable prices, but this piece of military history is increasingly unique and will only get rarer, so a very solid investment piece. Also included in the sale is a genuine vintage AK39 Pilots Compass, which would have been used by navigators with their B-Uhr on the other wrist. We work hard to ensure you are pleased with your purchase, both before and after the sale. Contact us to request any additional information. Dispatch: We aim to dispatch items within 1-2 days of receipt of payment. The delivery method can vary depending on the value of the watch. All watches are sent fully insured usually using UPS. All watches sold without an original box will still be dispatched with a ChronoDuo presentation box. Warranty: All timepieces purchased from us come with a guarantee of authenticity and our 12-month time-keeping warranty. Please note that accidental damage or damage to the item resulting from third-party repairs, improper handling, or liquid damage will void our warranty. We do not guarantee any of our watches to be waterproof.

Specifications

Brand

Stowa

Model

B-Uhr Flieger WWII Pilots Watch

Strap Material

WW11 Luftwaffe Style Brown Leather

Movement

Manual

Dial Colour

Black

Case Size

55mm

Water Resistance

We do not guarantee any of our watches to be waterproof.

Case Material

Coated Stainless Steel

Condition

Very Good (Little sign of wear)

Box

No

Papers

No

Warranty

12-month timekeeping warranty

Year

1944