SKU Code: G10/100UKGPV/D

The MWC G10 model in covert black PVD stainless steel, with a 200m/660ft water resistance rating, is one of our longest-established G10/GS series watches. Variants of this model have been supplied to military forces since the mid-1980s. This updated version has been allocated NATO Stock Number NSN: 6645-99-493-1283 by the UK Ministry of Defence Codification Agency, confirming it as the most current approved specification. (Please see the attached image for the MOD codification sheet.)

This particular watch differs from others in the range due to a specific request from a military contractor, who asked for an upgraded version for one of his clients. While the original model submitted for NATO codification required only 100m water resistance, this version was enhanced to 200m, significantly exceeding the standard specification.

This watch features a highly scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and an impressive 10-year battery life. Although this G10/GS specification watch traces its origins to our earliest G10 designs from the 1980s, it is thoroughly updated.

The screw-down crown and screw caseback significantly enhance water resistance, while the Swiss Ronda 715li movement with a 10-year battery life greatly reduces maintenance needs. The case has a light sandblasted, non-reflective finish, a process long used by military watch manufacturers to give the case a matte appearance that minimizes light reflection. This finish is achieved by blasting the watch case with tiny glass or sand particles, hence the term sandblasted.

The contract specifications for this model required it to be covert, with a screw caseback, 200m water resistance, sapphire crystal, and screw-down crown, resulting in a low-maintenance and highly durable timepiece. The watch is supplied with a current-issue heat-welded black NATO webbing strap.

The back of the case bears various contract markings, including the unique serial number and NATO NSN number.

Specifications:

• Case Diameter:
  • From 2 o’clock to 8 o’clock: 38.5mm
  • Excluding the crown: 40mm
  • Including crown guard and crown: 43mm
• Lug to Lug: 45.8mm
• Thickness: 13.3mm
• Weight: 66g
• Fixed Solid Strap Bars
• Dial Color: Black
• Luminosity: Super Luminova C5
• Case Material: Black PVD 316L Stainless Steel
• Caseback: Screw-down, 316L Stainless Steel
• Crown: Screw-down, 316L Stainless Steel
• Water Resistance: 20atm (200m/660ft)
• Battery: CR2016 Lithium, Estimated life 10 years
• Crystal: Sapphire with two layers of anti-reflective coating
• Movement: Swiss Ronda 715li
• Strap: Black 20mm Heat Welded NATO Strap

Benefits of Sapphire Crystal:

Many people ask about the benefits of sapphire crystal over standard mineral crystal. Synthetic sapphire is the best material for watch crystals due to its strength and shatter and scratch resistance, making it highly appealing to military personnel, security personnel, police officers, and those with active outdoor lifestyles. These groups make up over 70% of our customers. When accidents occur, over 90% of watches with cracked crystals have mineral glass crystals. Even hardened mineral crystals do not match sapphire for durability under adverse conditions.

Sapphire crystals are heat-treated to remove internal stresses, enhancing their strength. Additionally, they receive two layers of anti-reflective coating. Sapphire crystal's robustness is why it's now used on the latest iPhones. However, due to its cost, sapphire crystal is typically found only on higher-end watches.