J W BENSON LONDON TROPICAL SMITHS ROMAN NUMERAL DIAL DENNISON AQUATITE CASE SMITHS C 1953 9 gold plated This rare watch dates from

This rare watch dates from 1960/61

This example is excellent especially with regards to the condition of the movement

these veg tanned straps distress well on vintage watches as the colour fades

numbered 824439

Case diameter approx 33

J W BENSON LONDON TROPICAL SMITHS ROMAN NUMERAL DIAL DENNISON AQUATITE CASE SMITHS C 1953 9 gold plated This rare watch dates fromJ W Benson London tropical wristwatch by Smiths in a Dennison Aquatite case of approx 33. 3 mm in diameter with a chromed case top and steel screw in back. Fitted with a cowhide leather strap. In excellent working order fully overhauled and a good timekeeper. This example has a 15 jewel movement with the cruciform case ring and the high quality balance. These c series J W Benson watches were made both before and after 1953. The chroming on the case is