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MWC 24 Jewel 1982 Pattern 300m Automatic Military Divers Watch in Black PVD with a Sapphire Crystal on a NATO Webbing Strap (Non Date Version)

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MWC 24 Jewel 1982 Pattern 300m Automatic Military Divers Watch in Black PVD with a Sapphire Crystal on a NATO Webbing Strap (Non Date Version)Product Code: DIV 82PVD AU ND These diver's watches are a modern remake of our 1980s model, featuring a black PVD stainless steel case. One variant of these watches was specifically remade for a U. S contractor who had secured a large sale to one of their clients. The watch boasts a robust black PVD stainless steel case and is equipped with a high performance automatic 24 jewel self winding movement. We have made several upgrades to the original

Product Code: DIV/82PVD/AU/ND

These diver's watches are a modern remake of our 1980s model, featuring a black PVD stainless steel case. One variant of these watches was specifically remade for a U.S contractor who had secured a large sale to one of their clients. The watch boasts a robust black PVD stainless steel case and is equipped with a high-performance automatic 24-jewel self-winding movement. We have made several upgrades to the original design, such as a shatter and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and increased water resistance rating.

Special Covert PVD Finish

The covert matt black non-reflective PVD finish used for this watch is often specified in military contracts for special forces units, anti-terrorist units, and various covert operations. Unlike painted finishes on lower-quality watches that can fade or rub off, this PVD process alters the steel's color at a molecular level, ensuring durability even during heavy usage. However, the PVD finish can be damaged if the case is badly gouged or worn down by continuous heavy abrasion against hard surfaces.

Historical and Technical Background

Inspired by the 1980 UK MOD specification for automatic diver's watches (DEF STAN 66-4 [Part 1] Issue 3), this model retains key design elements such as the unidirectional bezel and boldly marked dial with tritium paint. The original MOD specification also called for a mineral glass crystal, as documented in the MOD file shown in the final two images. While staying true to the spirit of the original, this updated version incorporates modern improvements, such as the use of non-radioactive paint and the inclusion of sapphire crystal, as detailed below.

Key Features and Upgrades

  • Movement: High-performance automatic 24-jewel NH35A self-winding movement with a 41-hour reserve
  • Crystal: Shatter and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
  • Water Resistance: 300m / 1000ft
  • Design: Sterile dial and caseback for a clean appearance
  • Finish: Covert matt black non-reflective PVD finish
  • Visibility: Uses Luminova for excellent nighttime visibility*
  • Strap: Standard 20mm NATO strap, with a variety of color options available for customization

Specifications

  • Water Resistance: 300m / 1000ft
  • Crown: Screwdown locking
  • Caseback: Screw caseback
  • Dimensions:
    • Width: 45mm including the crown, 40mm excluding the crown
    • Thickness: 15mm
    • Crystal Diameter: 31mm
    • Lug to Lug: 49mm
  • Weight: 89.5g
  • Movement: 24-jewel NH35A with a 41-hour reserve
  • Strap: 20mm NATO webbing strap
  • Packaging: Giftbox included

Benefits of Sapphire Crystal

Many customers ask about the benefits of sapphire crystal over standard mineral crystal. Synthetic sapphire is extremely strong, shatter-resistant, and scratch-resistant, making it ideal for military and security personnel, police officers, and active outdoor enthusiasts. These groups account for over 70% of our customer base.

Our observations show that over 90% of incidents involving cracked watch crystals occur with mineral glass. Even hardened mineral crystals do not match the durability of sapphire. Sapphire crystals are strengthened through a heat treatment process that removes internal stresses and are then coated with two layers of anti-reflective coating. While sapphire crystals are more expensive, they offer superior longevity, resilience, and performance, justifying their use in higher-end watches.


These models represent excellent value and are competitively priced for such a high-performance automatic watch. This watch combines the historical design and functional integrity of its predecessors with modern upgrades to meet the needs of today's professionals and enthusiasts.

* While the original watches used tritium, these new versions use Luminova, with the encircled "T" retained for historical accuracy.

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