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US Airforce A-11 watches

Simple question really – were these issued to specific aircrew with the serial number making it possible to trace it back to the wearer?

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By: Wyvernfan - 1st October 2018 at 07:51

Yes there is, the serial number starts AF 44 – followed by a four digit number. I know the AF is “Airforce” and “44” stands for 1944 but I’m guessing the rest is just applicable to the watch and not who it was issued to.

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By: J Boyle - 1st October 2018 at 06:50

I would not think so. Based on my experience,
​​​albeit long after WWII, you just signed a hand receipt.
Is there a serial visible in the back of the watch?
If not, no…As it would require the opening of the search to confirm serials.

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