ASTRAL SMITHS MADE IN ENGLAND 17 JEWEL MODEL IN BRONZE FINISH HEAVY WATERPROOF CASE ASTRAL reminiscent of the Morris Minor

reminiscent of the Morris Minor era

There are a few marks on the case back retaining ring

Here is an example of a high grade Smiths English wristwatch that demonstrates the use of shock proofing earlier than the normal run of watches

A very unusual S Smith Watchmakers To The Admiralty  imported into the USA for retail presumably at one of their use outlets or possibly for the Sears catalogue

ASTRAL SMITHS MADE IN ENGLAND 17 JEWEL MODEL IN BRONZE FINISH HEAVY WATERPROOF CASE ASTRAL reminiscent of the Morris MinorA Smiths Astral wristwatch in BRONZE OR BRASS and steel, it has survived very well. Case width 32. 7mm. the thickness of this watch is 11. 9mm. Fitted with a 16mm strap. English frosted gilt finished 17 jewel 12 ligne movement with flat hairspring on a plain balance, with kif shock proofing. Movement batch number 596. Fully overhauled and guaranteed. with steel clip on back. Astral grade escapement. Good solid functional every day watch.. Featuring an