A distinguished example of classic mid-century British retailing, this J.W. Benson Automatic was originally sold through the brand's prestigious London establishment, renowned for holding multiple Royal Warrants. While designed for the sophisticated UK market, this piece utilizes a high-grade, 25-jewel Swiss automatic movement, a hallmark of Benson's commitment to quality after WWII.
Starting in the mid eighteenth century, JW Benson is one of the longest serving, all-British watchmaking companies, with a reputation to boot. The company acquired Royal patronage in 1879. Clerkenwell, home to Antique Watch Co. for nearly 50 years, is well known for its horological past, and part of its history extends to the JW Benson factory being opened in Ludgate Hill in 1892. JW Benson is now a subsidiary of Mappin and Webb, but their celebrated watches have stood the test of time.
What we think
Big fans of Jw Benson who we based not far from our Clerkenwell Shop - This J.W. Benson offers a refined, classic dress watch aesthetic that delivers the historical appeal and robust mechanics of a great vintage Swiss watch, coupled with unique British provenance. At a very reasonable price.
Spec Stuff
Reference : 419
Movement : Swiss Felsa 1560 - 25 Jewels Signed JW Benson Age : 1961-1970 Specific Age : 1960s Case Size : 33mm Case Thickness : 12mm Lug to Lug : 40mm Lugs :17mm Condition : Pre-Owned Box & Papers : No Case Material : Stainless Steel
60s JW Benson early steel automatic classic watch with attractive Arabic Numeral dial
