Marconi Special 'Hinged Lugs'

By World War II, wristwatches had become essential parts of military equipment. For the millions of Allied troops scattered across Europe, North Africa and the Pacific, accurate and durable watches served as lifelines on the fast-paced, multi-level battlefield. Alongside the demand for military watches, there was a general swell in interest in wrist watches as a category. Midcentury watchmaking has many themes, and one of them is undoubtedly the manually wound Tank. This particular piece is made by Marconi, and features an awesome hinged lug case profile, and a beautiful multi-tone silver dialed with a sector layout and subsidiary seconds at 6. Leaf hands top it all off and coupled with a manually wound movement, this piece captures the aesthetic of the era to the tee.  Combining vintage details with fantastic condition, this Tank is an affordable and classy look into the world of midcentury watchmaking. Considering how expensive Tanks can be these days, finding a watch like this one with so much character is a compelling addition for any collection.