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This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance
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With the outbreak of World War 2, the Reichsluftfahrtministerium ( Reichs Air Ministry) recognized the need for an efficient observer watch (Beobachtungsuhr) to be used by the aircraft navigator, assisting crews of long-range bombing missions.
Observer Watches were also worn by the Pilots who needed watches that could be accurately and instantly read when both hands were used to pilot the aircraft.
The design of the observer’s watch was given the Reichsluftfahrtministerium classification number FL 23883. This number appeared on all Luftwaffe Watches of this design. Engraved on the inside of the case are the type, device and movement number, stock number and the producer’s name, the German company Larcher & Co.
Dimensions
Diameter 5,5 cmCondition report
The watch is in excellent, totally original and unrestored condition except for the strap specially remade by the Larcher & Co company, using the original WW 2 specifications for the strap.Stock number
SN 960The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
