Field Watches - Dirty Dozen

Dirty Dozen

The Story Behind

A Military Icon, Reimagined

In 1944, twelve watchmakers answered the British military’s call for a durable, precise, and highly legible wristwatch. Known today as the Dirty Dozen, these watches set the benchmark for military timepieces.

Designed for the battlefield, they had to be shockproof, waterproof, and easy to read in any condition. This legacy of resilience continues to inspire military and tool watches to this day.

Black and with photo from WII with RAF pilots sitting in front of their airplanes - Beaufighter and Spitfighter at Malta

Honouring the Past, Built for the Future

Our Dirty Dozen collection pays tribute to the originals while embracing modern advancements.

We maintain the classic military aesthetics - bold Arabic numerals, highly legible dials, and robust cases - while refining them with updated movements and materials. The result? A watch that captures history while delivering the performance expected by today's watch aficionados.

Dirty Dozen watches. The twelve original watches are laid out on a black background. With army green nato straps.

Own a Piece of History

The Dirty Dozen watches represent more than just timepieces - they are symbols of craftsmanship, heritage, and military precision. Each model in our collection is a tribute to the originals, designed for those who appreciate history, function, and enduring style.

Explore the collection and discover a watch that doesn’t just tell time but tells a story.