This vintage old timex watch for sale is authentic and not a reproduction. On one site i read that the benrus was designed to a 1942 military specification. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. During the vietnam war, the us military contracted benrus to design and build new dive watches, specifically for covert operations. This watch has been sitting in a box for about 20 years. Benrus was one of a handful of watchmakers that manufactured timepieces for the military, and with that in mind, they too produced a commemorative timepiece. If macarthur himself picked one up, hed recognize all this. Military watch, a limited edition re issue of the original. The roots of benrus go back to a watchrepair shop founded in new york city in 1921 by a romanian immigrant named benjamin lazrus. Download the free cambridge american cemetery smartphone app for. As far as i understand, the united states used three basic watches in the armed forces during world war ii. My hearing is not all that good so i cant hear the ticking of my other mechanical watches held up to my ear.
The world war ii guadalcanal american memorial is located on skyline drive overlooking the town. Jan 02, 2017 benrus type i and type ii milw50717 military dive watches. Benrus types i and ii wound for lifewound for life. Benrus watches all prices for benrus watches on chrono24. Wwii posters aimed to inspire, encourage service u. It was during world war 2 that benrus could have had problems, but it shows how astute the brothers were because instead of turning over production to massproduced military watches for servicemen, the company started to specialise in more secretive work under government contracts, producing such things as timing devices for bombs and weapons.
The case of the benrus type ii class a is what is known as a monocoque case, rather than the more commonly known monobloc case. Many of the original military contractors from ww2 participated in the world wide 50th anniversary commemorations by reissuing products that they had made during the war. It features a military green canvas strap, stainlesssteel case, precision mechanical movement, and luminous dial and hands. Benrus wwii military watch reissuecommemorative 50th anniversary of dday 19441994during world war ii, korea and vietnam, benrus supplied millions of watches to the u. Travel guide download the texas in world war ii travel guide pdf. Gold band watches are stylish accessories that will accent any outfit. The postwar demise of americas domestic watch production found a parallel in the german watchmaking industry, which saw its factories either destroyed during world war ii or coopted by the. The colorful and striking posters that served as incentives to enlist or support the troops were the equivalent of social media during world war ii. And because were patriots, its always exciting to find a military watch issued to the u. Guadalcanal memorial american battle monuments commission. Contrary to popular belief, benrus, like many other watch manufacturers of the time, manufactured watches for wwii servicemen. Second time ticking benrus vietnam war era military gi. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account.
Discover a large selection of benrus watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. Since its inception in 1921 benrus has upheld the same standard of making quality watches. World war 2 pictures download free images on unsplash. Total watch repair is the fastest, easiest and most convenient way to repair your benrus watch. In the end of 50s and the beginning of 60s benrus oened manufactures in france and saintthomas in virginia isles. I collect military times pieces from any nation but this is the only us issued one i wear once in a while due to its larger size. Benrus is going back on the haute horlogerie way, after 30 years of silence. I recently bought a benrus ww2 commemorative 50th anniversary of dday wrist watch. Us issued benrus type ii class a dive watch posted in misc militaria. A hack feature stops the second hand when the crown is pulled. Sep 03, 2014 the postwar demise of americas domestic watch production found a parallel in the german watchmaking industry, which saw its factories either destroyed during world war ii or coopted by the.
From the actual original military contractor, the benrus limited edition wwii commemorative watch with swiss movement. Many of the original military contractors from ww2 participated in the worldwide 50th anniversary commemorations by reissuing products that they had made during the war. To know more about benrus sky chief, visit sumally, a social network that gathers together all the wanted things in the world. Markings on the back indicate year 1975 and military specifications. A comeback for the military watch the new york times. Buy benrus mens br024a infantry watch with brown leather band and other wrist watches at.
Benrus mens br024a infantry watch with brown leather band. Army general purpose milw46374 made by benrus during wwii. First army on june 8, 1944 as the first american cemetery on european soil in world war ii. They have a sophisticated appearance for a refined and dynamic accent piece. Vintage art deco benrus mens model ba 2 live and online. Benrus was headquartered in the new york city borough of manhattan and had an additional assembly factory in waterbury, connecticut. During ww2, korea, and viet nam, the benrus watch company supplied millions of watches to the u. Benruss ww2 commemorative 50th anniversary of dday wrist watch with is an exact copy of the u. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. During world war ii, korean and vietnam conflicts, benrus supplied millions of watches to the u. Perfect vintage watch with manual hand winding movement, 32mm gold plated with stainless steel case, acrylic crystal, new 22cm leather band the benrus watch company was founded in new york city in 1921 by benjamin, ralph, and oscar lazarus. Benrus mens br021d infantry watch with brown leather band. Going by the pics im nearly 100% certain this is nos, as advertised. Benrus wwii 50th anniversary of dday us army military.
The demands of world war ii called again upon american youth to defend the liberties of free peoples. Download the tour request form in english and french, the wreathlaying. Inexpensive swiss parts after world war ii contributed to the success of the company. Even though they sold it as a wwii reissue in 1994, its stamped as a milw46374 though obviously a civilian watch, not actually military issued. In the 70s, the american forces gave benrus a specification milw50717 outlining their needs for a diving watch and what you see here is the result. Antique benrus diamond quartz ladies watch collectors weekly.
With popular designs, they are great if youre looking for a versatile style. Vintage benrus 24 hour dial disposable military field watch worn by american troops in the vietnam war. Army general purpose milw46374 made by benrus during world war two. Benrus 1950s gold plated mens vintage manual watch dec 14. The case back is marked wrist watch dtu2ap milw3818b mfg. This collectible old benrus watch for sale is in excellent condition. The infantry used a not always waterproof watch with subsidiary seconds, with a black or white dial.
This benrus type ii class a is a monster of a watch, and for good reason. It comes with a vintage lizard watchband and has great looking art deco lugs. Unfollow benrus military to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Benrus supplied the military with millions of watches, through korea and vietnam, too. Benrus limited edition wwii replica commemorative watch. Benrus typically purchased swiss and some germanmade watch parts and assembled the watches in both new york and waterbury. Ill leave it up to you whether you choose to polish the case, but you wont find me messing with the original contours and lines on this classic military case design. Moreover bernus signed a lot of secret contracts this time. During world war ii, korea and viet nam, benrus watch company supplied millions of watches to the u. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a leading benrus watch repair company. Class a is the highest military grade classification a. Apr 30, 2014 during the vietnam war, the us military contracted benrus to design and build new dive watches, specifically for covert operations.
May 29, 2015 during the vietnam war, the us military contracted benrus to design and build new dive watches, specifically for covert operations. Crew timex military watch watches are said to be replicas of world war ii time pieces. Show off your rugged side with a benrus military watch. Viewdownload this is a link for viewing andor downloading the files and documentation from the catalog. What they came up with was the benrus types i and ii, military specification milw50717. Download this infographic to see where abmc sites are located throughout the world. These military watches tend to have stainless steel designs and are constructed with helpful 3hand analog displays, so you can keep track of the time down to the exact second. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. During the ii world war appeared to be the time if a huge growth for bernus company which was busy with military watches production as many other watch producers. Cambridge american cemetery american battle monuments. World war ii electronic records reference report national archives. I cannot find any world war ii time pieces that look like thisspecifically, none have 24hour time notation. From prized first possessions and gifts for loved ones, to serving our military, pilots in the sky and our divers under the sea, benrus reignites its storied history introducing new timepieces for the next generation. The old benrus watch for sale can be purchased by giving us a call.
View this auction and search for other auctions now on the leading online auction platform. This is my benrus wwii dday commemorative military watch i bought as newold stock a few months ago it was in mint condition with all the boxes and paperwork. Indeed, benrus was manufacturing items toward the war effort. I collect military times pieces from any nation but this is the only us issued one i. Normandy american cemetery american battle monuments.
Sep 15, 2014 it was during world war 2 that benrus could have had problems, but it shows how astute the brothers were because instead of turning over production to massproduced military watches for servicemen, the company started to specialise in more secretive work under government contracts, producing such things as timing devices for bombs and weapons. Us issued benrus type ii class a dive watch misc militaria. Many have been preserved as heirlooms, passed on from father to son. Vintage art deco benrus mens model ba 2 is available on hibid. Reissued, this watch is similar to the benrus was worn by millions of us servicemen. From the actual original military contractor, the benrus limited edition wwii replica commemorative watch with swiss movement. These watches had to be stealthy, legible, and durable. Benrus 1950s gold plated mens vintage manual watch dec. Explore world war ii history with the following texas historical commission travel resources. Ive just bought a benrus commemorative 50th anniversary of dday military watch reissue thats a mouthful. Benrus quartz watch needs battery is available on hibid.
All of these conformed to rigorous military specifications of 1942 and became a reliable companion to american servicemen throughout the world. When i think about all the things a militaryissued watch should be robust, legible, functional, no watch comes as close to perfection as the 1970s benrus dive watch. New ww2 commemorative 50th anniversary copy of the u. These watches became the constant and reliable companion to the american soldiers, sailors and airmen. Beige band wristwatches will add a hint of elegance to any look. During the ii world war appeared to be the time if a huge growth for. Buy benrus mens br021d infantry watch with brown leather band and other wrist watches at. Benrus is an american watchmaking and lifestyle company founded as a watch repair shop in new york city in 1921 by romanianamerican benjamin lazrus and his two brothers. Army in world war ii series the armys official history of world war ii commonly referred to as the green books are. Its distinguishing feature is its frontloading, asymmetrical case with solid, nonremovable lug bars for strap attachment. This particular movement is signed benrus and is one of their hacking movements which means that the sweep second hand stop when the crown is pulled out so that military operations could be synchronized down to the second. Benrus made a wide variety of mechanical, selfwinding, and digital watches.
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