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Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938
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Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938

1920 - 1940
Description

This rare Tissot subsidiary seconds 1930's Czech Military watch operates from a Cal.27 movement.

Oversize steel 39mm case with rotating bezel made by Tissot in Switzerland around 1938.

Case type: 3-body, stainless steel, snap-back, satin and base metal polished finish.

Case size: 39 mm

Case back: Snap-back, signed with Tissot logo, 'Tissot Fab.Suisse Swiss Made' and 'Fond Acier inoxydable'

Case serial number: 905641

Movement serial number: 819267

Crystal: Acrylic

Movement: Manual wind

Movement model: 27 caliber signed 'Tissot', 16 jewels, 43h power reserve.

Dial: Restored, matte-black signed 'Tissot', white 'railway' minute track on the outer perimeter of the dial, printed luminous Arabic numerals, seconds subsidiary dial at 6 o'clock, signed 'Swiss' at 6 o'clock, silver luminous hour, minute and second hands.

Condition: Excellent restored condition fully functional and serviced. The watch comes with brand new green nylon NATO strap (aftermarket) with steel buckle

The Tissot Caliber 27 is a notable manual-winding movement introduced in the late 1930s. This movement was utilized in various Tissot timepieces, including those produced for military purposes during the World War II era.

While specific documentation regarding Tissot's contracts with the Czech military is limited, it's known that Tissot supplied watches to various military forces during the 1940s. The Caliber 27 movement was favoured for its reliability and precision, making it suitable for military applications.

Our View - A beautiful collectible watch, should be appreciated for its historical significance and mechanical craftsmanship.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.9cm (1.54")
Width
3.9cm (1.54")
Declaration

Chase Hattan Watches has dated this Vintage Military Wrist Watch to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1123263
Dealers Internal Reference
CHW5425
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Description
This rare Tissot subsidiary seconds 1930's Czech Military watch operates from a Cal.27 movement.

Oversize steel 39mm case with rotating bezel made by Tissot in Switzerland around 1938.

Case type: 3-body, stainless steel, snap-back, satin and base metal polished finish.

fig 1. A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.
fig 1. Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938

Case size: 39 mm

Case back: Snap-back, signed with Tissot logo, 'Tissot Fab.Suisse Swiss Made' and 'Fond Acier inoxydable'

Case serial number: 905641

Movement serial number: 819267

Crystal: Acrylic

Movement: Manual wind

fig 2. A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.
fig 2. Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938

Movement model: 27 caliber signed 'Tissot', 16 jewels, 43h power reserve.

Dial: Restored, matte-black signed 'Tissot', white 'railway' minute track on the outer perimeter of the dial, printed luminous Arabic numerals, seconds subsidiary dial at 6 o'clock, signed 'Swiss' at 6 o'clock, silver luminous hour, minute and second hands.

fig 3. A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.
fig 3. Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938

Condition: Excellent restored condition fully functional and serviced. The watch comes with brand new green nylon NATO strap (aftermarket) with steel buckle

The Tissot Caliber 27 is a notable manual-winding movement introduced in the late 1930s.

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This movement was utilized in various Tissot timepieces, including those produced for military purposes during the World War II era.
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fig 4. A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.
fig 4. Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938

While specific documentation regarding Tissot's contracts with the Czech military is limited, it's known that Tissot supplied watches to various military forces during the 1940s. The Caliber 27 movement was favoured for its reliability and precision, making it suitable for military applications.

Our View - A beautiful collectible watch, should be appreciated for its historical significance and mechanical craftsmanship.

Height
3.9cm (1.54")
Width
3.9cm (1.54")
Date of Manufacture

Chase Hattan Watches has dated this Vintage Military Wrist Watch to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123263
Dealers Internal Ref
CHW5425
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Archive I A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.

Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938

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A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.
Tissot Subsidiary Seconds Cal. 27 Czech Military Wrist Watch 1938
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A vintage 1938 Tissot military wristwatch with a black dial, Arabic numerals, sub-seconds dial, coin-edge bezel, and grey canvas strap.
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Military wristwatches of the 1930s were manufactured to strict official specifications emphasizing high contrast legibility, durability, and precise mechanical timekeeping. They generally featured dark dials with luminous Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dials, and sturdy cases engineered for field service.

Timepieces from this era typically utilized chromium-plated brass or stainless steel cases to withstand moisture and impact. Dials were rendered in enamel or matte lacquer, protected by domed acrylic crystals, and paired with durable canvas or leather straps.

Authenticity can be verified through issue markings or military serial numbers stamped on the case back, correct caliber movement numbers matching the manufacturers production ledger, and era-appropriate dial typography and hands.

Vintage timepieces serve as sophisticated decorative accents when displayed under glass watch domes, presented in timber watch boxes on a valet tray, or styled alongside antique books and brass accessories on a desk or library shelf.

Vintage mechanical watches should be kept away from water, extreme temperatures, and strong magnetic fields. To maintain functional longevity, mechanical movements require professional servicing and re-lubrication by a qualified horologist every three to five years.
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