Description
A genuine vintage CWC G10 British military issued wristwatch dating to 1987, featuring the classic black military dial, fixed bar case, and robust quartz movement. These watches were issued to British Armed Forces personnel, including Royal Navy, Army, and RAF, and are now highly collectible examples of British military timepieces.
This example features the correct military case markings to the rear, including stock number, issue numbers, and the 1987 issue date. The watch has the classic matte black dial with luminous markers, broad arrow style military design, and fixed strap bars.
The watch is fitted with a leather strap and includes an additional nylon NATO style strap. A new battery has been fitted and the watch is running well, keeping excellent time.
Presented in a Bowles Ltd watch gift box.
Maker History
Cabot Watch Company (CWC) began supplying watches to the British Ministry of Defence in the early 1970s, replacing earlier suppliers such as Smiths. The CWC G10 became the standard British military watch from 1980 onwards and remains one of the most iconic modern military watches.
Issued examples such as this are particularly desirable due to their historical military use and robust utilitarian design. Vintage CWC G10 watches have become increasingly collectible among military watch collectors.
Key Details
• Maker: CWC (Cabot Watch Company)
• Model: G10 Military Watch
• Movement: Quartz
• Country: Switzerland / UK Issued
• Year: 1987
• Military Issue: British Armed Forces / Royal Navy Marked
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Fixed Bars: Yes (Military Specification)
• Dial: Black Military Dial with Arabic Numerals
• Hands: Luminous Military Hands
• Strap: Leather strap fitted
• Additional: Nylon NATO style strap included
Case Markings
• 0552/6645-99 (Royal Navy code)
• 5415317 (Issue number)
• 16666 (Serial)
• 87 (Issue Year – 1987)
Dimensions
• Case Diameter (ex crown): 35.3mm
• Width inc crown: 38.2mm
• Lug to Lug: 42.2mm
• Lug Width: 19.5mm
• Thickness: 10mm
Condition
• Running well with new battery fitted
• Keeps excellent time
• Dial shows age-related wear and marks
• Case shows light service wear consistent with military use
• Crystal shows light surface marks
• Fixed bars intact and original
• Caseback markings clear and legible
• Overall good honest military condition
Important Notes
This is a genuine vintage military issued watch showing signs of service use. These marks are considered part of the watch's history and character.
Summary
A genuine British military issued CWC G10 from 1987, with correct markings, fixed bars, and classic military dial. A highly collectible and wearable piece of British military watch history.
Carefully packaged and dispatched with tracking. International shipping available.
