1942 Ebel British Military Wristwatch 6b/159 6b/234

A very rare 1942 British Military Issued Ebel wristwatch. A 3 piece case with marked 'Acier Staybrite' to the case back inner. A silvered dial with black Arabic numerals and an outer minute track. Blued steel hands and a sweep seconds. A large winding crown, designed for tactility whilst wearing flight gloves. This watch bears British Military markings to the case back for 6B/159, meaning it was designated for pilots and navigators as a watch for flight crew. At a later date, the watch has been reassigned with the reference 6B/234, which indicates availability for RAF crew as well as ground crew. The Ebel models of the 6B/159 are one of the rarest of all British Military watches used during World War 2. From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you.