DELUXE SMITHS MADE IN ENGLAND SOLID 9CT GOLD GENTS WRISTWATCH 1955 MODEL A501 A460 so Smiths used a bit

so Smiths used a bit of artistic license when marketing the A 404

with the luminous variety of hands

pretty much a standard size for Smiths

It is generally accepted and documented that Smiths started the civilian production in 1947

one of the watches that was advertised as having been selected for the expedition up Everest

DELUXE SMITHS MADE IN ENGLAND SOLID 9CT GOLD GENTS WRISTWATCH 1955 MODEL A501 A460 so Smiths used a bitA solid gold 3 piece cased Smiths Deluxe wristwatch with a dial with with raised gilt numerals in excellent overall condition. Birmingham 1955 assayed Dennison 9 carat gold 3 piece case with clip on back, diameter without the winding crown approximately 31 mm. Fully overhauled and with a new strap, crystal and rolled gold winding crown, replacement internal parts as necessary such as the steel parts which a re prone to break on the Smiths 12 15 and