British WWII RAF Pilot Watch - Blue Strap

This Ailager® branded timepiece is modeled on the famous WWII Air Ministry specification 6B/159—originally issued for RAF navigators. The reproduction keeps the clean military aesthetic: clear black Arabic numerals, non-luminous dark hands, a central seconds hand with hacking, and a polished metal case. A dependable dual quartz, battery-operated movement offers modern accuracy while the period-correct silver-cream dial proudly bears the RAF motto, “Per Ardua Ad Astra” (Through adversity to the stars). An adjustable blue PU leather strap with an attractive textured finish completes the look.

Rated to 3 ATM, the watch is splash and rain resistant for everyday wear (not suitable for showering, swimming, or diving). Each piece arrives in a distinctive duck-egg-green Ailager® presentation box—the same color used on the undersides of Spitfires and Hurricanes during the Battle of Britain—making it a thoughtful gift for reenactors, collectors, and aviation enthusiasts.

The Air Ministry 6B/159 specification defined a high-legibility wristwatch for RAF use in the Second World War. Original wartime examples were produced by makers such as Omega, Longines, and Jaeger-LeCoultre to strict standards: central seconds for precise timing, clear Arabic numerals, and a robust metal case. This modern reproduction pays tribute to that iconic pattern with historically correct styling cues, right down to the A.M. 6B/159 designation engraved on the case back.

Whether you’re completing a British WWII impression or adding subtle vintage character to daily wear, this RAF 6B/159–inspired pilot’s watch delivers authentic styling with modern reliability. It’s the small, accurate details—from the mottoed dial to the A.M.-marked back—that elevate your kit and make this timepiece a standout gift or collection piece.