FAB FOUR

Fab Four White

In the 1970s, Britain’s Ministry of Defence sought a practical military chronograph for pilots in the Royal Air Force (6BB), Royal Navy (0552), and, in smaller numbers, the Army (W10).

Strap width 20 mm
€154,95 EURNo extra charge

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1-year warranty (excluding exterior parts and glass) · Repair support

HISTORY & DESIGN

The history and details behind this watch.

Fab Four

In the 1970s, Britain’s Ministry of Defence sought a practical military chronograph for pilots in the Royal Air Force (6BB), Royal Navy (0552), and, in smaller numbers, the Army (W10).

Orders were divided among four manufacturers: the same specification, the same movement, the same period, and four suppliers. This combination was unusual in British military-watch history and suggests confidence in the design and its functions.

“Fab Four” means a fabulous group of four. The name echoes the nickname of Britain’s four-member superstars, The Beatles.

In the development described by our original account, the chronograph moved from one control button to two, supporting more precise, repeatable timing and clearer operation. The defining asymmetric case physically shields the vulnerable crown and pushers on the right by raising the case around them.

Silver White — product reference FAB-BL-GRYBS, as listed in the original description

This version combines legibility with refinement: contemporary in expression while retaining the military design philosophy. The layout is shared with the black version; the difference lies in the character of the dial.

Both Fab Four dial colors can be paired with brown leather or grey buckskin. Brown leather fits approximately 14–20 cm; grey buckskin fits approximately 12–18.5 cm.

Product specifications — Fab Four White

Movement: Japanese-made 12-hour quartz chronograph movement. Accuracy at room temperature: 20 seconds per month (reference value).

Case: Stainless steel.

Battery: Silver-oxide SR936SW. Approximate battery life: 3 years.

Water resistance: 5 ATM. For everyday use; not a deep-water diving watch.

Crystal: Domed mineral glass.

Case dimensions: 38 mm wide excluding the crown; 39.5 mm including the crown; 44.5 mm long including lugs; 12 mm thick.

Strap width: 20 mm.

Chronograph: 1/5-second measurement, 60-minute counter.

Fab Four White