Festa – Military Small Seconds (WWII Era) Wartime Utility • Tritium Lume • Mechanical Reliability An authentic vintage military wristwatch from the World War II period, this Festa timepiece embodies the pure functional design demanded by wartime service. Compact, legible and mechanically robust, it reflects the era when watches were essential instruments rather than accessories—built to serve under pressure and adverse conditions. Technical Details Brand: Festa Model: Military Small Seconds Era: World War II (circa 1940s) Case: Chromed case, 31 mm Crystal: Acrylic (period-correct) Dial: Black military dial with Arabic numerals Lume: Original tritium hands and indexes (aged patina consistent with age) Movement: Mechanical hand-wound movement Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds Strap: Generic leather strap, fits up to 20 cm wrist Condition: Grade B – very good condition for its age, with honest wear and patina Box: Generic box Story & Heritage During World War II, watches like this Festa military model were designed with one priority: reliability. The restrained 31 mm case size, matte black dial and high-contrast Arabic numerals ensured immediate legibility in low-light and field conditions. The presence of tritium lume—now softly aged—confirms its original military purpose and adds a layer of historical authenticity impossible to replicate. The small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock was a common military specification, allowing precise synchronization—critical for coordinated operations. The simple, robust mechanical movement inside reflects the engineering philosophy of the time: fewer complications, greater dependability. The case back shows clear signs of service use, with surface wear consistent with decades of history rather than neglect. These marks are part of the watch’s identity, bearing silent witness to its journey through one of the most significant periods of the 20th century. Today, this Festa stands as a genuine military artifact—ideal for collectors who value historical relevance, original tritium dials, and understated wartime design. It is not merely a vintage watch, but a tangible piece of history worn on the wrist. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - EUG 39