Vintage Smiths 1950s Nurse Fob Watch, Stainless Steel Clip Watch, Mechanical,

Smiths made these clip-on fob watches specifically for nursing staff — the dial faces outward when pinned to a uniform pocket, so the time is read without lifting the watch.

A British-made mechanical watch from the 1950s, stainless steel case with a white dial, gold-tone Arabic numerals, and a distinctive red seconds hand. Signed "Smiths / 5 Jewels / Shockproof / Made in Great Britain" on the dial.

The clip mechanism is a horizontal brooch-pin fitting — it slides over a breast pocket edge and locks flat against the fabric.

The size is compact at 3 × 7 cm with clip extended. Works pinned to a uniform, a shirt pocket, or a jacket lapel. A functional object that reads clearly as a period piece — the red sweep hand against the cream dial is the kind of detail that doesn't happen by accident.

Details

• Type: Nurse Fob Watch (clip-on)
• Era: 1950s
• Origin: Great Britain
• Material: Stainless steel case and clip
• Size: Dial 3 cm diameter; 7 × 3 cm with clip
• Weight: 21 g (item)
• Marked: Yes — "Smiths / 5 Jewels / Shockproof / Made in Great Britain" on dial
• Closure/Mount: Horizontal brooch-pin clip
• Movement: Mechanical, hand-wind
• Style: Mid-century, functional

Condition

Good · Visible scratches to case back consistent with decades of daily use; dial shows light age patina; hands and numerals intact; clip mechanism functions.

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