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MWC P656 300m Water Resistant Stainless Steel Tactical Series Watch with GTLS Tritium, Sapphire Crystal and a 24 Jewel Automatic Movement

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MWC P656 300m Water Resistant Stainless Steel Tactical Series Watch with GTLS Tritium, Sapphire Crystal and a 24 Jewel Automatic MovementSKU Code: PS656SS WDAU D The MWC Tactical Series P656 watches are engineered with robust, military grade stainless steel cases and feature 300m water resistance. These watches are specifically designed for law enforcement, marine, surface, and airborne applications, exceeding U. S. MIL W 46374F Type 6 specifications. Valued for their durability and performance, they are regularly ordered in bulk by contractors. Design and Upgrades Origins Inspired by

SKU Code: PS656SS-WDAU/D

The MWC Tactical Series P656 watches are engineered with robust, military-grade stainless steel cases and feature 300m water resistance. These watches are specifically designed for law enforcement, marine, surface, and airborne applications, exceeding U.S. MIL-W-46374F Type 6 specifications. Valued for their durability and performance, they are regularly ordered in bulk by contractors.

Design and Upgrades

Origins

Inspired by mid-1990s designs, the P656 incorporates significant modern upgrades to meet contemporary demands.

Enhancements

  • Crystal: Shatter-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
  • Water Resistance: Upgraded from 30m (1990s models) to 300m (1000 ft).
  • Magnetic Resistance: 18.8 Oe for improved durability.
  • Shock Resistance: Complies with NIHS 91-10 standards for military-grade performance.

Key Features

  • Movement: NH35A with 24 jewels, operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour with a 41-hour power reserve.
  • Shock Resistance: Equipped with a Diashock absorber for enhanced durability.
  • Water Resistance: 30 ATM (300m / 1000 ft), suitable for land and marine use.
  • Altitude Accuracy: Precision maintained up to 12,000m (40,000 ft) without compensatory pressurization.
  • Hacking Movement: For accurate time-setting synchronization.
  • Tritium Symbol: Features a radioactive tritium symbol, compliant with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations (10 CFR 30.15).

Dimensions

  • Case Material: Military-grade stainless steel.
  • Diameter (Excluding Crown): 42mm.
  • Diameter (Including Crown): 44mm.
  • Lug-to-Lug: 49mm.
  • Thickness: 14mm.
  • Crystal Diameter: 32mm.
  • Strap Width: 22mm US-pattern military webbing strap.
  • Water Resistance: 300m.
  • Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
  • Warranty: 24 months.

Additional Features

  • Screw-down locking crown and caseback for maximum durability.
  • High-visibility numerals on the bezel for ease of use.
  • Optimized dial for readability in low light.
  • Swiss Tritium GTLS for superior illumination compared to luminous paint.

Dual Time Zone Tracking

Effortless Adjustment

The P656 replaces the traditional diving bezel with a 12-hour bezel, simplifying time zone tracking:

  • Offset the bezel by the required hours to track a second time zone.
  • Example: In Paris, align "9 o'clock" on the bezel with the 3-hour marker to track Miami (6 hours behind).

This feature maintains the watch’s 300m water resistance and classic diver aesthetics while enhancing versatility.

Benefits of Sapphire Crystal

Synthetic sapphire is an industry-leading material for watch crystals, offering unmatched durability and clarity:

  • Reliability: Ideal for military personnel, law enforcement, and outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Enhanced Strength: Heat-treated sapphire provides superior resistance compared to plexiglass or mineral glass.
  • Anti-Reflective Coating: Ensures optimal visibility in all conditions.

The History of MIL-W-46374-G Watches and the P656

The P656 series traces its heritage to the MIL-W-46374F military specification, first issued on October 14, 1991. Further refinements to the specification during the mid-1990s resulted in the Stocker & Yale P650 Navigator, a highly regarded military timepiece developed for demanding operational use. The P656 carries forward many of the principles that made the original P650 such a successful and enduring design, as illustrated in the final image.

The final image shows an original U.S. MIL-W-46374F Type 6 watch from 1995

P656: A Modern Evolution

The P656 series maintains the legacy of the Type 6 Navigator while introducing advanced materials, enhanced water resistance, and cutting-edge features for both military and civilian use.

Key Features of the Original Type 6 Navigator

  • Hacking Quartz Movement: Critical for precise synchronization.
  • Rotating GMT-Pattern Bezel: Designed for navigation.
  • High Altitude Resistance: Withstands altitudes up to 35,000 ft.
  • Magnetic Protection: Shielded against fields up to 125±1 gauss.
  • Corrosion Resistance: Resistant to salt fog and perspiration.
  • Tritium Illumination: Orange/red markers at 12 o’clock for easy orientation.

Production Timeline of the Original P650

  • 1995: Initial production batch.
  • 1999: Second production run.
  • 2000: Final batch.
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