{"product_id":"mwc-1999-2001-pattern-quartzday-date-military-divers-watch-with-stainless-steel-case-and-sapphire-crystal","title":"MWC Ltd Edition 1999-2001 Pattern Quartz Day\/Date Military Divers Watch with Stainless Steel Case and Sapphire Crystal","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:  DV2001\/DD\/QZ\/SBZ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eThis watch is a strictly limited edition of just 250 pieces, making it a particularly rare release. The watch shown in the images is the pre production prototype.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eThe first batch is scheduled to arrive in July, with subsequent production taking place in a series of small, batches over the following two years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMWC originally produced the predecessor to this 300m (1000ft) water-resistant diver’s watch between the early 1990s and 2004. While minor details evolved over that period, the \u003cstrong\u003e1999–2001 dial pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e proved to be the most successful, thanks to its exceptionally clear, uncluttered layout and outstanding low-light visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model retains that proven dial design. While the original watches used tritium, the current version utilises \u003cstrong\u003emodern Luminova\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering excellent night-time performance without the use of radioactive materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRediscovery \u0026amp; Revival\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 20 years after this range was discontinued, an unexpected discovery brought it back to life. An MWC distributor in Australia uncovered \u003cstrong\u003e500 brand-new watches\u003c\/strong\u003e dating from 1999–2001, originally produced for a procurement contract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing their rediscovery during a detailed stock check, we acquired the entire batch. Their immediate popularity led directly to the decision to \u003cstrong\u003ereintroduce the model\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving its original character while incorporating modern upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrades \u0026amp; Improvements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvances in manufacturing over the past two decades have allowed us to significantly enhance the specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded from hardened mineral glass to \u003cstrong\u003esapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e for superior scratch and impact resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improved to a \u003cstrong\u003e120-click unidirectional bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e (earlier models used 60 or 90 clicks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003eSwiss Ronda 517 Day\/Date quartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Case Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch is based on a case design originally produced by the Swiss case manufacturer \u003cstrong\u003eMRP S.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e, founded in 1953 and still operating today under Patrick Hauert. The design has remained largely unchanged since the late 1970s—testament to its durability and practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Notable Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis case pattern has been widely used across the industry by brands such as \u003cstrong\u003ePrecista, Nilax, Elvia, and Heuer\u003c\/strong\u003e (pre-Tag Heuer). Notable examples include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeuer 844-1 (1979)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChronosport Sea Quartz 30 (famously worn by Tom Selleck in \u003cem\u003eMagnum P.I.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design continues to be produced today and has remained in continuous use for over four decades. The overall configuration of this MWC model is also closely aligned with \u003cstrong\u003eBritish Ministry of Defence specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin-finished non-reflective stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw-down locking crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 ATM \/ 300m \/ 1000ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss Ronda 517 Day\/Date quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 371 \/ SR920SW with up to 60 months (~5 years) battery life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase width (2 o’clock to 8 o’clock):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e42.25mm excluding the crown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-Lug Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120-click unidirectional rotating bezel with stainless steel insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuminous Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luminova\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Bars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shoulderless spring bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap: \u003c\/b\u003eSupplied with an Admiralty Grey NATO Strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e: 89.5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-month manufacturer’s warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Sapphire Crystal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapphire is widely regarded as the premium material for watch crystals due to its \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional scratch and impact resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, the vast majority of cracked crystals occur on watches fitted with mineral glass. Sapphire offers significantly greater durability under demanding conditions, making it the preferred choice for \u003cstrong\u003emilitary personnel, law enforcement, and outdoor professionals\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach sapphire crystal is heat-treated to relieve internal stresses and finished with an anti-reflective coating to enhance clarity. While more costly, it is typically reserved for higher-end watches—and increasingly used in premium consumer devices as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61414499582282,"sku":"DV2001\/DD\/QZ\/SBZ","price":358.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1140\/1866\/files\/DV2001_DD_QZ_SBZ_gs.png?v=1774355660","url":"https:\/\/militarywatchcompany.co.uk\/products\/mwc-1999-2001-pattern-quartzday-date-military-divers-watch-with-stainless-steel-case-and-sapphire-crystal","provider":"MWC - Military Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}