1944 Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage Mens Midsize Watch, 24 Hour Military Style - Stainless Steel

1944 Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage Mens Midsize Watch, 24 Hour Military Style - Stainless SteelToday's offering showcases this uncommon World War II era Jaeger LeCoultre with 24 hour military style dial, made for the U. S. market. During World War II, while other watchmakers switched to inferior materials and sacrificed quality for the sake of cost, Jaeger LeCoultre refused to compromise, continuing to deliver very fine wristwatches. As a result, their War era wristwatches meet the same high standards of finishing as many of their pre and post

And the movement has just been inspected and tested

engraved "Helen Ferguson 20 Years Service Ivers-Lee Company 1961"

The case is better than near mint

occupying a prestigious place among the great wristwatches of the 19th century

it featured a case with a slot in the back so different color bands could easily be slid on and off and the look changed to match different outfits

The ultra-thin automatic movement measures only 4

Band: Rolex crimped Oyster bracelet

most widely known for powering many of the Speedmaster "Mark" line of professional chronographs

And the caliber 565 Omega movement is clean and running true

slight wear to the inside

fully hallmarked

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a new leather strap