A classic and ruggedly handsome example of wartime watchmaking: a vintage 1940s Tissot manual-winding timepiece featuring a striking military-inspired layout. This watch boasts a wonderful multi-tone dial showing a beautiful, honest uniform patina. It is heavily stylized with prominent, bold Arabic numerals, an outer train-track minute index, a distinct central graphic ring, and a oversized sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock. The matching syringe/skeleton hands look incredible and give it an unmistakable mid-century field watch aesthetic. Housed in a robust "Non-Magnetic, Waterproof, Shock-Absorber" stamped steel case, the back opens to reveal a clean, signed vintage Tissot manufacture movement. The movement's production serial number dates the core of this watch to exactly 1940, making it a fantastic historical relic from the onset of WWII. The watch is running but is sold as untested for timekeeping accuracy and power reserve; it has likely been tucked away in a collection for years and may require a routine oiling or service to perform optimally. Fitted to a brand new, textured black leather strap, this is a prime candidate for a minor restoration project or a gorgeous addition to a vintage military collection. Technical Specifications Brand: Tissot Gender: Men's / Unisex Period: Circa 1940 Movement: Manual-Winding, Signed Tissot Swiss Movement Serial Number: 1109568 Case Back Serial Number: 1059635 Case Material: Base metal bezel with a solid stainless steel screw-down case back Lug Width: 18 mm Dial: Original multi-tone sector/military layout with Arabic numerals and sub-seconds track Strap: Brand new aftermarket black alligator-grain leather strap Condition Report Movement: Running, Untested. The mechanical movement is clean to the eye and ticks when wound. Because its full service history is unknown, it is being sold as-is and may require a service for daily precision timekeeping. Case & Crystal: The case displays an authentic vintage character with surface wear and edge softening typical for a watch of this era. The steel screw-down case back has distinct, legible engravings. The acrylic crystal is in good shape. Dial & Hands: Beautifully aged. The dial has darkened evenly over the last 80+ years, preserving its legibility while highlighting its military heritage .Note to Bidders: 1940s military-style Tissot references are highly sought after for their robust builds and timeless aesthetic. This piece offers a great entry point into vintage military horology.