3/12/2023 0 Comments Helvetia watch serial numbersGS/TP watches were supplied to the British by a many makers. The RAF and the Royal Navy watches have different markings for their services. They were made for and used by the British Army as a basic pocket watch for officers. GS/TP watches were made in very large quantities during World War Two (1939 - 1945). In addition to the GS/TP marking, it has a broad arrow marking. The Trade Pattern refers to the grade of the movement being a basic commercial design of the day rather than a design made for specific military standards and requirements. Most experts believe that GS/TP stands for 'General Service/Trade Pattern' though we have found references suggesting it could stand for 'General Service/Temporary Pattern’. This is a Swiss made pocket watch for the British Royal Army in WWII.
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