The trench watch (wristlet) is a type of watch that came into use by the military during World War I, as pocket watches were not practical in combat. It was a transitional design between pocket watches and wristwatches , incorporating features of both.

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World War I Trench watches, with their battlefield connotations and iconic styling, are cherished by militaria collectors and old watch aficionados alike.

2019年8月8日 · Many people call any watch with wire lugs a "trench watch", even watches that are clearly ladies watches (which I discuss at Ladies "trench" watches?). But are there any features that distinguish a "trench watch", i.e. one that was designed to be used "at the front" in the trenches during the First World War, from other wristwatches of the period?

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2013年9月30日 · Collectors are drawn to these WWI trench watches for a variety of reasons: style, engineering, engraving or historic significance. No matter what the reason, these early wristlet watches are stunning and important works of …

Wrist watches were known as “wristlets”, mainly worn as ladies jewelry. The trench warfare of the First World War meant that men needed a watch that could be seen easily. The original “trench watches” were often pocket watches that had been customized to fit onto a leather bracelet.