{"product_id":"mwc-p656-tactical-series-watch-with-gtls-tritium-and-ten-year-battery-life-non-date-version","title":"MWC P656 2025 Model PVD Tactical Series Watch with GTLS Tritium, Sapphire Crystal and a 24 Jewel Automatic Movement","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePV656BD\/AU\/D\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMWC Tactical Series P656 watches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare engineered with robust, military-grade stainless steel cases and feature 300m water resistance. These watches are specifically designed for law enforcement, marine, surface, and airborne applications, exceeding U.S. MIL-W-46374F Type 6 specifications. Valued for their durability and performance, they are regularly ordered in bulk by contractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Upgrades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by mid-1990s designs, the P656 incorporates significant modern upgrades to meet contemporary demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhancements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShatter-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUpgraded from 30m (1990s models) to 300m (1000 ft).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18.8 Oe for improved durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComplies with NIHS 91-10 standards for military-grade performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNH35A with 24 jewels, operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour with a 41-hour power reserve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEquipped with a Diashock absorber for enhanced durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e30 ATM (300m \/ 1000 ft), suitable for land and marine use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePrecision maintained up to 12,000m (40,000 ft) without compensatory pressurization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHacking Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor accurate time-setting synchronization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTritium Symbol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures a radioactive tritium symbol, compliant with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations (10 CFR 30.15).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMilitary-grade PVD stainless steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter (Excluding Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e42mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter (Including Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e44mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e49mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e32mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e22mm US-pattern military webbing strap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e300m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eScratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovert PVD Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures a matte black, non-reflective Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) finish, ideal for covert operations by special forces, anti-terrorist units, and police forces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChemically bonded to the metal at a molecular level for long-lasting performance, even under extreme conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe finish withstands years of wear, though extreme abrasion may cause minor damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew-down locking crown and caseback for maximum durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-visibility numerals on the bezel for ease of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized dial for readability in low light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Tritium GTLS for superior illumination compared to luminous paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Time Zone Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffortless Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 replaces the traditional diving bezel with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-hour bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e, simplifying time zone tracking:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset the bezel by the required hours to track a second time zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExample: In Paris, align \"9 o'clock\" on the bezel with the 3-hour marker to track Miami (6 hours behind).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis feature maintains the watch’s 300m water resistance and classic diver aesthetics while enhancing versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of Sapphire Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynthetic sapphire is an industry-leading material for watch crystals, offering unmatched durability and clarity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIdeal for military personnel, law enforcement, and outdoor enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeat-treated sapphire provides superior resistance 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