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Swiss Military Hanowa
Avalanche
Ref. SMWGL0006901
Watch details and strap advice
- Case diameter
- 41 mm
- Case material
- Stainless Steel
- Case shape
- Square
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Movement
- Automatic
- Caliber
- 05-SOP024PBSH2D6BW
- Dial
- Blue
The Swiss Military Hanowa Avalanche takes a 26 mm strap: measure between the lugs and that is the only number you need. A field or pilot watch at heart, it suits canvas, nylon and matte leather more than polished calf. With a 41 mm case and 100 m of water resistance, a strap of medium thickness keeps the balance. Automatic movement. Most straps here come with quick-release spring bars, so the swap takes a minute and no tool.
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