German Bakelite watch with chronometer escapement Circa 1940

Military marine chronometer in original glazed wooden box
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A military marine chronometer with the original key, made by A. Lange & Söhne in Glashütte near Dresden, Germany, circa 1940. The chronometer is housed in a durable black Bakelite case, set within its original glazed wooden box, which features carrying handles on both sides and a gimbal suspension system to keep the timepiece level during maritime use. The silvered, numbered dial features bold Arabic hour numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock, a power reserve indicator at 12 o’clock and elegant gold hands.
The high precision movement is equipped with a spring detent chronometer escapement, helical hairspring, chronometer balance and a solid movement holder, components chosen for maximum accuracy and reliability at sea.
The dial and movement are signed and have matching numbers.
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Dimensions: 185 x 185 x 180 mm
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Signed: A. Lange & Söhne, Glashütte B/Dresden
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These chronometers were mainly delivered to the Kriegsmarine.