01418 Cabot Watch Company
The CWC W10 model, a functional and reliable General Service watch issued to the British Army, is a robust and honest tool watch in classic military design. The broad arrow dial with Arabic numerals is easy to read and commands attention on the wrist.
Manufacturer: CWC
Year: 1977
Reference No: W10-6645-99, 523-8290
Case No: 1591/77
Material: Stainless steel
Calibre: Manual, ETA "hacking“ movement
Bracelt/Strap: Leather
Dimensions: 36mm width, 41mm length
Signed: Case, dial and movement signed
Cabot Watch Company was established in 1972 purely to make military
watches. They produced chronographs, field and pilot’s watches, and
later dive watches for the Ministry of Defence. The General Service or
"GS“ watch, issued under the code W10 to the Army and 6BB to the Air
Force, enjoyed a run of over 20,000 right up until the 1980s. They were
all made in Switzerland, with workmanlike ETA or Valjoux movements and
unadorned steel cases with fixed strap bars. The broad arrow is printed
on the dial, denoting property of Her Majesty's government.
The W10 "GS“ model with its singularity of purpose and honesty is
charming without really trying.