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Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 Wrist Watch
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Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 Wrist Watch

1940 - 1960
Sold 18 September 2024 · The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
This “Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 Wrist Watch” found a buyer.

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Description

Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 wrist watch.

The watch has an English Smiths 17-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 beautiful condition.

The lens is in lovely condition.

The dial is signed Smiths Astral National 17. The National 17 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. Original hands including the centre seconds hand with red detailing.

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 Wristwatch to the 1960s.

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SA1079671
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Description
Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 wrist watch.

The watch has an English Smiths 17-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 beautiful condition.

fig 1. A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap.
fig 1. Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 Wrist Watch

The lens is in lovely condition.

The dial is signed Smiths Astral National 17.

“
The National 17 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.
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
fig 2. A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap.
fig 2. Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 Wrist Watch

There is light marking to the dial, again not too detrimental at all. Original hands including the centre seconds hand with red detailing.

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 Wristwatch to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1079671
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 vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 Wrist Watch

Archive II A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap. View II
Archive III A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap. View III
Archive IV A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap. View IV
Archive V A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap. View V
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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company

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A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured leather strap.
Gents 1960s Smiths Astral National 17 wrist watch
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A vintage Smiths Astral National 17 wristwatch featuring a round silver dial with Arabic numerals at quarter hours, housed in a steel case and attached to a brown textured 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
  • MaterialSteel, Leather, Glass
  • ColourSilver and Brown
  • MotifsArabic numerals, Dauphin hands, Round case, Textured leather strap

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Smiths Industries was a prominent British manufacturer renowned for producing high-quality domestic timepieces and wristwatches during the mid-20th century, often supplying watches to the British military and domestic market.

These watches typically featured chrome-plated or stainless steel cases, acrylic crystals, mechanical hand-wound 17-jewel movements, and genuine leather straps.

Authentic pieces feature correct dial signatures such as Smiths Astral or National, British hallmarks or movement stamps, and period-appropriate case designs without modern aftermarket modifications.

A vintage dress watch adds classic sophistication to tailored menswear, pairing well with bespoke tailoring, tweed jackets, or minimalist smart-casual outfits.

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