MWC GG-W-113 Classic 1960s/70s U.S Pattern Vietnam War Issue Watch with a 24 Jewel Automatic Movement and 100m Water Resistance
SKU: GG-W-113/100 This automatic self-winding GG-W-113 pattern watch is a classic design based on the models used during the Vietnam War from the 1960s to the early 1970s. It features a glass crystal and a self-winding automatic mechanical movement with the option to hand-wind if desired. The watch retains the classic 1960s outward appearance while incorporating important updates for daily use. Key upgrades include increased water resistance from 30m to 100m and a screw-down crown and caseback. This watch is part of a family that includes the A-11, based on the WWII USAAF pilots' watch, and the A-17, based on the Korean War issue model. Modern Enhancements All original watches, whether A-11, A-17, or GG-W-113, used plexiglass, which was adequate at the time but does not meet modern standards for water or scratch resistance. The updates mean that, unlike the original splash-proof models, this watch is suitable for swimming and other water activities. Despite these improvements, it retai