U.S. Navy Special Forces UDT underwater demolition team
A military watch that is a reproduction of a supplied watch.
It is called Frogman and is used to enhance waterproofness.
The crown cap is distinctive.



BUSHIPS WATCH -What is BUSHIPS WATCH?
BUSHIPS is an abbreviation for Bureau of Ships. This is a special waterproof watch developed and distributed for members of the U.S. Navy Special Forces UDT (Underwater Demolition Team), which was formed during the WW2 era.

It was produced by Hamilton and Elgin and delivered to the military in the 1940s and 1950s. This is a watch created to carry out special missions. It is said to have been waterproof to 300 feet using the technology available at the time. This model is a reprint of the Hamilton version.




In 1942, the U.S. Army formed the Army's 1st Ranger Corps when it landed in North Africa. He later served as a Green Beret during the Vietnam War.
In 1943, the U.S. Navy Special Forces UTD was formed and became the current Navy SEALs. Special Forces UTD participated in the North African landings and the Normandy landings.
In order to carry out operations underwater, it was important to maintain ``water resistance'', which was one of the weak points of watches at the time.A special cap was installed on the crown part, where water was most likely to enter the movement, to prevent water from entering. Efforts have been made to prevent this. Also, a short chain was used to connect the cap so that it would not fall when removed.

Special forces UTD watches with distinctive crown caps were produced by Elgin and Hamilton and delivered to the Navy.


This is a quartz wristwatch that is a reproduction of the watch (commonly known as the Frogman) used by the U.S. Navy Special Forces UTD.

■There is a stamp on the back cover.
U.S.N.
BUSHIPS



■Features
This is a reproduction model of the U.S. Navy Special Forces UDT Underwater Bombing Team, which is irresistible for military watch lovers. I think the design is quite close to the original, not only in the characteristic crown cap, but also in terms of size and dial finish. This watch was created with a focus on the atmosphere of the time, with almost no modern arrangements. Fans will be happy that it is equipped with a quartz movement that can be used without worrying, and is priced at an affordable price.


■Specs
Equipped with Japanese quartz movement
stainless steel case
leather belt
Domed mineral glass
Luminous hands and indexes visible in the dark
screw back
Daily life waterproof

Case diameter: Approximately 32mm
* Approximately 37mm including the crown
Case thickness: approx. 12mm
Belt width 16mm

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