22K Rose Gold Battle of Britain Limited Edition Watch Tom Neil Signature Engrave
Extremely rare, especially in this condition. Plated in rich rose gold. Hands inspired by a WWII Spitfire cockpit clock, complete with precision date display. Watch face commemorating’The Few. Sleek leather strap, adjustable to fit any wrist size. Watch face measures 1.62 inches (4 cm) in diameter including bezel. Adjustable strap measures 8 inches (21 cm) in length x 0.75 inch (2 cm) in width. Signature of Tom Neil engraved on the back. Limited to only 4999 in the world. Watch face and case wrapped in its original plastic coverings for protection. Never worn or touched by anyone. Britain and indeed the world could have been a very different place if it weren’t for the fearless pilots of the Battle of Britain. The courageous souls who have become known in the annals of history as’The Few’. Lauded by Sir Winston Churchill for their bravery and heralded as heroes by the British public, they are owed an immeasurable debt of gratitude. Wing Commander Tom Neil, DFC, AFC, AE is one of the original fighter aces of the iconic battle. Today he lends his signature to this world-first watch. Expertly engraved on the reverse with Churchill’s stirring words’Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few’, the watch is reminiscent of those worn by World War Two pilots. Boasting an oversized crown and numerals, a precision movement, genuine leather strap and a wealth of authentic detail on the face, this handcrafted masterpiece has been given a contemporary finishing touch of warmly coloured rose gold-plating. Note that the box has been exposed to the elements for 12 years and is not as clean as it originally was as shown in the pictures. The watch itself is in perfect condition. What you see is what you get. This item is in the category “Jewellery & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Watches\Wristwatches”. The seller is “azzinothed” and is located in this country: IE. This item can be shipped to Ireland, United Kingdom.
- Case Finish: Engraved
- Strap Material: Leather
- Strap Colour: Black
- Indices: Arabic Numerals
- Dial Colour: Brown
- Year Manufactured: 2010
- Customised: No
- Band/Strap: Two-Piece Strap
- Vintage: No
- Department: Men
- Case Colour: Rose Gold
- Caseback: Snap
- Watch Shape: Round
- Style: Military
- Features: Limited Edition
- Case Material: Rose Gold
- Bezel Colour: Rose Gold
- Handmade: Yes
- Movement: Quartz
- Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant
- Reference Number: 526-B1116.01
- Brand: Bradford Exchange
- Type: Wristwatch
- Model: 526-B1116.01
- With Original Box/Packaging: Yes
- Theme: Commemorative
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Display: Analogue