{"product_id":"mwc-1999-2001-pattern-automatic-military-divers-watch-with-sapphire-crystal-and-60-hour-power-reserve","title":"MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Automatic Military Divers Watch with Sapphire Crystal and 60 Hour Power Reserve","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"google_translate_element\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU: DIV2001\/SS\/AUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMWC first manufactured the predecessor to this 300m\/1000ft water-resistant diver's watch between the early 1990s and 2004. Although the dial design evolved over that period, the 1999-2001 pattern dial remains the clear winner due to its easily readable, uncluttered layout and exceptional nighttime performance. This watch retains that original dial pattern and, while the original models used tritium, these new versions use Luminova. The encircled \"T\" has been retained for historical reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRediscovery and Remake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the predecessor to this watch was discontinued in 2007, an interesting turn of events occurred when an MWC distributor in Australia discovered 500 brand new quartz versions of this range in their storeroom. Made between 1999 and 2001, these watches were part of a procurement contract. When the distributor's son took over the business and conducted a detailed stock check, these watches came to light. We were offered the opportunity to buy them back, and they proved so popular that we decided to remake the watches in the same design with significant upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpgrades and Improvements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvances in watch manufacturing over the years allowed us to improve the overall specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic Miyota 8315 movement with a 60-hour power reserve, which is exceptional today but unheard of over 20 years ago. The movement can also be hand-wound and has hacking for synchronization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded from hardened mineral glass to sapphire, which is highly scratch and shatter-resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded to a 120-click bezel versus the earlier 60 or 90 clicks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Case Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese watches are closely based on a case design originally made by the famous Swiss case-making firm MRP S.A. Founded in 1953 and bought by Georges Hauert in 1979, MRP is now independently owned by Patrick Hauert. The case design has remained largely unchanged since the late 1970s. More information can be found on their website: \u003ca rel=\"noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrp-sa.ch\"\u003eMRP S.A.\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotable Users and Legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to MWC watches, this case pattern has been used by companies such as Precista, Nilax, Elvia, and Heuer (predecessors to Tag Heuer who made the Heuer 844-1 in 1979). Chronosport manufactured the Sea Quartz 30, worn by Tom Selleck in Magnum PI. Elvia continues to produce watches using this case, and MWC is a factory-authorized distributor for this brand. CWC and various other companies also continue to use this case design. This case pattern is historically significant and has stood the test of time, being in continuous production for over 40 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matt Non-Reflective Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw-down Locking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 ATM \/ 300m \/ 1000ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miyota 8315 with 60-Hour Power Reserve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions etc:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase diameter (excluding crown)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 44.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase diameter (including crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e 46.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase diameter (2 o’clock to 8 o’clock):\u003c\/strong\u003e 42.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-lug length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.1 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire with non-reflective coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuminous Paint Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luminova\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120-click unidirectional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 89.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x Black and 1 x Grey 20mm Nylon Webbing Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Sapphire Crystal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynthetic sapphire is the best material for watch crystals due to its strength and shatter and scratch resistance. These characteristics make it very appealing to military and security personnel, police officers, and those who lead active outdoor lifestyles, accounting for over 70% of our customers. The original plexiglass crystals used in the 1960s were easily scratched and prone to cracking, limiting water resistance. Over 90% of cracked crystal incidents involve watches with mineral glass crystals or plexiglass. Even hardened mineral crystals do not come close to sapphire for durability under adverse conditions. Sapphire crystals are heat-treated to remove internal stresses, enhancing their strength, and are made into watch crystals with two layers of anti-reflective coating. Sapphire crystal's robustness and durability make it a preferred choice for high-end watches and is now used in the latest iPhone models. While more expensive, sapphire crystal is typically fitted to higher-end watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40112931045491,"sku":"DIV2001\/SS\/AUT","price":534.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1140\/1866\/products\/DIV2001_SS_AUT-GS_SEP0017b.jpg?v=1664900513","url":"https:\/\/army-watches.co.uk\/products\/mwc-1999-2001-pattern-automatic-military-divers-watch-with-sapphire-crystal-and-60-hour-power-reserve","provider":"MWC - Military Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}