#58 • Waltham, Grade 16-A, Master Navigation Watch, 22J, 16S

Part of 261119 - "Great Times Ahead" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - November 12 - November 19 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

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Bidding closes Nov 19, 2026 1:28 PM EST

APW - Waltham, Grade 16-A, World War II era military "Master Navigation Watch," 22J, 16S, chrome-plated base metal OF original case with contract markings to rear, black metal GCT (Greenwich Civil Time) 24 hour dial, SW-hack-set with sweep-seconds, fully capped lever escapement, mono-metallic balance with "Conel" hairspring, striped pattern nickel damascene, s#31788378. This piece is listed in Waltham records having been made in May, 1944. Waltham's AN 5740 "Master Navigation Watch" had a total production of only 5,000 made making it significantly less common than its similar 22 jewel military counterparts from Hamilton (greater than 140,000 made) and Elgin (20,000 made). CONDITION: Mvt: NR, likely broken balance staff, overhaul needed, excellent cosmetic mvt condition overall, scattered fine scratches and small surface marks, one case screw missing; dial with some scattered micro-fine scratches; excellent hands; case shows medium wear, numerous scattered nicks, contract markings fully legible, chrome finish loss to rear; bow pivots freely, crown shows medium wear; plastic crystal with fine scratches. Estimate: $350 - $550 JH-81753