Eaglemoss 1940s French Seaman Style Quartz Watch (Issue 17)
Brand new item produced to modern standards. Not surplus stock.
Reasons To Buy
- High-Contrast Reading: Luminous hands show the time clearly in pitch black environments.
- Hassle-Free Timekeeping: Japanese quartz movement provides low-maintenance precision tracking for daily use.
- Snag-Free Utility Case: Compact 33mm casing stays flat on the wrist during outdoor activities.
- Quick-Drying Fabric Strap: Breathable woven canvas band resists sweat and stays comfortable in wet weather.
Full Description
This 1940s French seaman style watch is a modern reproduction based on classic World War Two naval timepieces.
Naval Heritage Style
Inspired by WWII Marine Nationale designs, this watch mirrors the highly legible dials issued to French naval crews. In the 1940s, seamen needed high-contrast, uncluttered watch faces to navigate dark vessel interiors. This timepiece captures that functional aesthetic with a clean off-white dial, bold Arabic hours, and a slim profile that pays tribute to naval history.
Reliable Quartz Movement
At its core is a high-grade Japanese quartz movement. While original WWII watches relied on manual mechanical movements that required daily winding and regular servicing, modern quartz provides worry-free precision. The internal battery comes installed and ready, giving you a dependable, low-maintenance grab-and-go tool that keeps perfect time on any excursion.
Built for the Outdoors
The 33mm alloy case sits flush on the wrist, making it much lighter than bulky modern watches. This compact size mimics the vintage wartime standard, designed to avoid snagging on gear. Paired with a breathable, quick-drying canvas strap, it is built to handle sweat, mud, and rain during bushcraft, hiking, or everyday workwear tasks.
Crown Wheel Activation
Your timepiece arrives with the crown wheel pulled out to preserve battery life. Because of this, the hands may appear free-moving in the packaging. This is completely normal and stops immediately once you connect the battery by pushing the crown wheel fully in, locking the hands.
Equip your wrist with this reliable naval style timepiece for your next outdoor adventure or daily shift.
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Same Day Dispatch
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We dispatch on Monday-Friday, excluding bank holidays.
UK Shipping
Sent via Royal Mail Tracked 24 or ParcelForce. Royal Mail Tracked 24 often provides next-day delivery, including Saturdays and Sundays.
International Shipping
Available via DHL Express (fastest/premium) or Royal Mail depending on your location.
Shipping rates are calculated live at checkout based on your destination and order weight.
No Hidden Import Charges
We calculate all import duties and taxes at checkout. Your order is shipped fully pre-paid, so you will never face additional charges or courier duty invoices on delivery.(Note: Landed-cost checkout is available for EU and USA destinations; more countries coming soon - all other countries outside of the UK are subject to import tax and duties).
Refusal Policy
Refunds for refused parcels are only processed once the items have been returned to our warehouse. Original and return shipping costs will be deducted from the refund amount.
Returns & Exchanges
60-Day Return Period
We offer an extended 60-day return window starting from the date you receive your order.
Exchanges (UK Only)
We offer a "Shared Cost" exchange service within the UK. You cover the cost of returning the item to us, and we will pay the shipping cost to send the new exchange item back out to you.
International Orders
We are currently unable to offer an exchange service for orders outside of the UK. International customers should return their unwanted items for a refund and place a new order for the alternative size/item.
Return Shipping Costs
Postage costs for returns are at the customer's expense unless we have made an error with your order or the item is faulty.
Issues or Faults?
If there is a problem with your order, please contact us as soon as possible. We pride ourselves on our service and will work quickly to resolve any issues.