WW1 Tavannes Trench Watch

Movement: Tavannes ??? (15 Jewels)
Movement Type: Manual
Complications: None
Case Type: ??? Snap Bezel with Hinged Back
Case Size: 38mm

The wrist watch revolution started when so-called trench watches became popular with soldiers during WW1. Initially, these were basically small pocket watch movements strapped to the wrist, and this Tavannes example, with a porcelian dial and hinged caseback, certainly fits that bill. I wish I knew a bit more about this watch - the movement is unfortunately unmarked - but I treasure it as the real “granddaddy” of my wristwatch collection.

*Please note that visible serial numbers on the case and movement have been partially or fully hidden with AI masking.

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