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Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 Wrist Watch
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Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 Wrist Watch

1940 - 1960
Sold 1 March 2025 · The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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Description

Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wrist watch.

The watch has an English Smiths 15-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely.

The watch measures 32mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is chromium plated and it is in good condition with just general light surface marking, nothing serious at all.

The lens is in lovely condition.

The dial is signed Smiths Astral National 15. The National 15 name originates from the 'Put on your National Hat' advertising campaign launched at the International Watch and Jewellery Trade Fair at Earls Court in September 1965.

There is light marking to the dial, again not too detrimental at all.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Smiths Astral National 15 Watch to the 1960s.

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SA1073125
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Description
Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wrist watch.

The watch has an English Smiths 15-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely.

The watch measures 32mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs.

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The case is chromium plated and it is in good condition with just general light surface marking, nothing serious at all.
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
fig 1. A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap.
fig 1. Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 Wrist Watch

The lens is in lovely condition.

The dial is signed Smiths Astral National 15. The National 15 name originates from the 'Put on your National Hat' advertising campaign launched at the International Watch and Jewellery Trade Fair at Earls Court in September 1965.

There is light marking to the dial, again not too detrimental at all.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Smiths Astral National 15 Watch to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1073125
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011

Specialists in antique and vintage wrist watches and pocket watches

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Archive I A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 Wrist Watch

Archive II A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap. View II
Archive III A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap. View III
Archive IV A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap. View IV
Archive V A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap. View V
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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap.
Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wrist watch
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A close-up studio shot of a 1960s Smiths Astral National 15 wristwatch with a cream dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, and a brown leather strap.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialStainless steel, leather, acrylic
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsSub-seconds dial, Arabic numerals, Croc-embossed leather strap, Round case

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Mechanical watches require regular servicing by a qualified horologist every few years, protection from moisture and magnetic fields, and careful manual winding to maintain optimal timekeeping accuracy.

A vintage timepiece pairs well with tailored formal attire or smart casual wear, serving as a subtle focal point that adds historical character to modern outfits.

Authenticity is verified by examining the signed dial, the hallmarks or stamps on the case, and the movement calibre housed inside, which should bear specific serial numbers and manufacturer markings.

These watches typically featured base metal or gold-plated cases, acrylic crystals, leather straps, and mechanical hand-wound movements containing precision jewelled levers.

Smiths was a prominent British manufacturing company that produced high quality timepieces, including mechanical wristwatches, throughout the mid-20th century, particularly noted for supplying instruments to the aviation and automotive industries.
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