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RAF stopwatch, Mk.IIIA

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Code: C25529



Stores Reference 6B/221.  Probably manufactured by Smiths English Clocks Ltd. of Cricklewood, London.  Approximately  5cm diameter. White metal Dennison case with white dial, black hands and Arabic numerals and subsidiary minutes dial.  Engraved with 'A.M., 6B/221' and 1943 dated code to rear of case.  Keyless winding and running for a period of 8-hours from fully wound.  The chronograph action is controlled by the winding knob.  The design and action of this mechanism are such that the second hand should indicate correctly to one-fifth of a second, and that starting and stopping errors should not exceed one-fifth of a second.  Intended for general application and aircraft use.  A bit tarnished but in good working condition and contained in a chamois pouch.  Stock code C25529.