In 1955 the newly-established Bundeswehr had a requirement for a service watch for its pilots. The order was won by Junghans, which went on to produce the now legendary pilot chronograph with its dodecagonal bezel. The design of the Meister Pilot is based upon this.
Technology
Self-winding movement calibre J880.4, 38 hour power reserve
Function
stop function, 30-minute counter, small second
Housing
Stainless steel DLC coated, srewed stainless steel case back, Ø 43.3 mm, height 14.4 mm, bi-directional turning bezel
Glas
convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflection coating on both sides
Watchface
brown-grey effect lacquer, appliques and hands with environmentally friendly luminous substance
Waterproof
water-resistant up to 10 bar
Bracelet
Leather strap with stainless steel buckle DLC coated