with chromium plated case, 12.5 cm dia. inside the bezel; together with a rare large hand held example, with War Department stamp of the pattern I believe were issued to Observation Ballon Observers. The silvered face with makers details of “T W S I “ (Thomas Watson Scientific Instruments Ltd) also with the number “B6707” The gilt case with clear WD Arrow.
Sold for £94
Result including buyers premium
with chromium plated case, 12.5 cm dia. inside the bezel; together with a rare large hand held example, with War Department stamp of the pattern I believe were issued to Observation Ballon Observers. The silvered face with makers details of “T W S I “ (Thomas Watson Scientific Instruments Ltd) also with the number “B6707” The gilt case with clear WD Arrow.
Auction: The Collectors Sale, 13th Oct, 2022