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Tritona Cal as 1130 German Military Wrist Watch
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Tritona Cal as 1130 German Military Wrist Watch

1920 - 1940
Description

This Tritona Cal AS 1130, is likely a German military-issued watch. The AS 1130 refers to the A. Schild 1130 movement, a well-known Swiss mechanical movement used in many military and civilian watches from the mid-20th century.

These Tritona watches were often issued to German military personnel during World War II and were built for durability and reliability.

Manual-wind mechanical movement with a Power Reserve: Around 40 hours

Bronzed stainless steel 34mm case

Black dial with luminous numerals and hands (probably radium-based), domed plastic glass., these have lost some of their lume but aged beautifully and appear to be original.

Fitted to a nato style strap.

This type of watch was part of a broader category of “Wehrmacht Dienstuhr” (Service Watches) used by German forces during World War II.

Our View – A lovely piece of military history

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Chase Hattan Watches has dated this Vintage Military Wrist Watch to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1129186
Dealers Internal Reference
CHWA1010
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Description
This Tritona Cal AS 1130, is likely a German military-issued watch. The AS 1130 refers to the A.
“
Schild 1130 movement, a well-known Swiss mechanical movement used in many military and civilian watches from the mid-20th century.
Chase Hattan Watches
fig 1. A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap.
fig 1. Tritona Cal as 1130 German Military Wrist Watch

These Tritona watches were often issued to German military personnel during World War II and were built for durability and reliability.

Manual-wind mechanical movement with a Power Reserve: Around 40 hours

fig 2. A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap.
fig 2. Tritona Cal as 1130 German Military Wrist Watch

Bronzed stainless steel 34mm case

Black dial with luminous numerals and hands (probably radium-based), domed plastic glass., these have lost some of their lume but aged beautifully and appear to be original.

fig 3. A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap.
fig 3. Tritona Cal as 1130 German Military Wrist Watch

Fitted to a nato style strap.

This type of watch was part of a broader category of “Wehrmacht Dienstuhr” (Service Watches) used by German forces during World War II.

Our View – A lovely piece of military history

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Chase Hattan Watches has dated this Vintage Military Wrist Watch to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129186
Dealers Internal Ref
CHWA1010
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Archive I A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap.

Tritona Cal as 1130 German Military Wrist Watch

Archive II A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View II
Archive III A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View III
Archive IV A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View IV
Archive V A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View V
Archive VI A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View VI
Archive VII A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View VII
Archive VIII A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View VIII
Archive IX A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap. View IX
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A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap.
Tritona Cal AS 1130 German Military Wrist Watch
Ref: SA1129186
A vintage Tritona military wrist watch featuring a circular black dial with luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register at six oclock, a metallic case, and a beige woven fabric strap.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • Style1940s Military
  • MaterialStainless Steel, Brass, Fabric, Acrylic
  • ColourBlack, Gold, Beige
  • MotifsSub-seconds dial, Arabic numerals, Woven fabric strap, Luminous hands
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 34 cm (13 in)

This vintage military-style wristwatch dates from the 1940s and operates with a manual-wind mechanical movement. The timepiece combines a bronzed stainless steel case, a domed acrylic glass cover, a black dial, and a beige woven fabric NATO-style strap. The dial includes luminous Arabic numerals, a sub-seconds register positioned at six o'clock, and luminous hands, alongside the printed brand and technical text. Visible details include wear on the luminous material of the numerals and hands, a circular case profile, and a small winding crown on the right side. The watch measures 34 cm high and 34 cm wide. Accessories of this kind suit a collector's display cabinet or a study desk within a gentleman's library setting.

FAQs

Mid-century military field watches were designed for military personnel, prioritising legibility, durability, and functional utility. They typically feature dark dials with contrasting luminous numerals, sub-seconds or central seconds dials, and robust manual-wind mechanical movements housed in metal cases.

Service watches from the mid-20th century were commonly constructed with chrome-plated brass or stainless steel cases, acrylic crystals, and woven fabric or leather straps. Movements were hand-wound mechanical calibres engineered for reliability under field conditions.

Authentic pieces generally display functional dial markings such as Wasserdicht (waterproof), radium or tritium luminous paint remnants, distinct calibre stamps on the movement like the AS 1130, and age-consistent surface patination across the dial and case.

Vintage military timepieces offer a classic aesthetic that complements modern smart-casual and utilitarian wardrobes. Paired with modern NATO or textile straps, these historical objects function as versatile daily accessories.

Mechanical timepieces require regular servicing by a qualified watchmaker every three to five years to clean and lubricate the movement. Moisture exposure should be avoided entirely, as vintage rubber seals deteriorate over time, compromising water resistance.
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