Waltham Military Issued A-17 (Korean War Era)

DESCRIPTION The Waltham A-17 Pilot's Watch holds a unique place in the history of military timepieces, embodying both the technological advancements of its time and the specific needs of aviators in the Korean War of 1950. The A-17 specification was issued in the post-World War II era, around the early 1950s, by the United States military. This specification was designed to standardize the quality and functionality of watches used by military pilots, ensuring they met rigorous standards for accuracy, durability, and legibility under various conditions. The A-17 specification came after the A-11, which was widely used during World War II, introducing more stringent requirements for precision and reliability. The Waltham A-17 watch was manufactured to meet these specific requirements. It featured a high-quality mechanical movement, a black dial with luminous numbers and hands for visibility in low-light conditions, a hacking mechanism (allowing the second hand to be stopped for precise t