This is a very cool issued military watch in a 43mm steel case with a rotating bezel, supplied to the German Bundeswehr (Federal Defence Force). These watches are highly sought after by military watch collectors, and this example is a particularly desirable ..

The bezel has faded to a mid-grey tone, but included in the sale is a second, unfaded bezel — allowing you to swap between the two if you wish.

The matte case is in excellent condition, and the caseback features the original German military markings: 6645-12-146-xxxx.

The black dial features the distinctive red '3H' marking, indicating the use of Hydrogen-3 — better known as tritium. This encircled 3H symbol was a military requirement. The dial also sports bold painted Arabic numerals with a warm yellow patina that pairs nicely with the lume in the hands.

The watch comes on its original (and collector-coveted) Bund strap, complete with Bundeswehr-issue numerals. An additional non-issued Bund strap is also included as well a lovely Bulang and sons 'Bund inspired leather strap.

Furthermore, the original cardboard box is present, along with the super rare "Materialamt der Bundeswehr" document — the department responsible for managing and supplying equipment within the German military. This paperwork includes a date of service(1968) and operating instructions booklet is also included.

The Valjoux 230 calibre has been fully serviced by our watchmaker and is running beautifully.

We also have done a nice strap guide for these bad - boys over HERE

We think these watches are a very good buy in todays market, especially in this condition and with this cool and hard to find “Bundeswehr “ box & paper set , lets get a deal !

 

Specifications:

 

• Heuer Chronograph Reference 1550 SG

• Matte 43mm Case

• Serial 41xxdating to the 1960s

• Tritium ‘Small T’ dial , circle ⭕️ T

• Flyback chronograph Valjoux 230 movement

• Rotating bezel, faded to grey bezel

• Original issued Bund strap with issued numbers& Bulang and sons “Bund “ inspired strap , non issued Bund' like leather strap

• Original Heuer card board box, second non faded bezel , Bundeswehr paperwork and operations manual

• Fully serviced by our watchmaker

• One-year mechanical warranty

• Free worldwide Fedex Priority shipping