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Nº 1940

Launched Wednesday, 20 September 2017 & built in Britain, Nº 1940 blue aviator watches by W. T. Author is set six years after Author’s fourth collection. Nº 1940 marks the Battle of Britain – the military campaign of the Second World War when the Royal Air Force defended the Britain against the German Air Force attacks from the end of June 1940. Our signature silhouette takes on an aggressive aesthetic by referencing aircraft gauges of the era. Each watch is finished beautifully with our refined 22 mm handmade leather strap.

Exhibition Nº 1940

EXHIBITIONS RESUME SATURDAY, JULY 7, AT 7:30 AM BST

WT Author Exhibition Update Our followers, Hot on the heels of last month's exhibitions at Royal Bath & West Show and Eroica Festival, we will be bringing our collection to this year's Chateau Impney Hill Climb. It doesn't stop there as well also be exhibiting at Flying Legends, Silverstone Classic and The Game Fair throughout July. There has never been more…

WT AuthorSeptember 2, 2018

Exhibition Nº 1940

WT Author Exhibition Update

WT Author Exhibition Update Following last month's exhibition at Race Retro, UK, we will be bringing our collection to this year's Techno Classica held in Essen, Germany. This is a proud moment for us as it is our first international exhibition. Members of the public will be able to view our…

WT AuthorMarch 15, 2018

Nº 1940

Year in Review

2017 : Year in Review Our followers, Well what a remarkable year that was!? We’re making the final preparations for our Christmas break - downing tools for two weeks before we start 2018’s story. Thank you for following our journey through Chapter 5 (Nº 1940) - since the collection’s debut…

WT AuthorDecember 22, 2017

Exhibition Nº 1940

Winter Exhibitions & Updates

Our followers, IMPORTANT : Shipments have now commenced on the Nº 1940 collection. Over the coming weeks customers will receive a unique tracking number via email through our webstore, or manually from us if you purchased from one of our UK exhibitions. It has been our most successful pre-order ever - so please…

WT AuthorNovember 29, 2017

Exhibition Nº 1940

WT Author Winter Exhibitions

Our followers, There’s now only one week left to pre-order Nº 1940 at a reduced price - saving you £50 on each watch. This offer closes midnight Sunday, 29 October ahead of our 2017 series of winter exhibitions including our week-long show held at Olympia, London throughout the Spirit of Christmas Fair.…

WT AuthorOctober 23, 2017

Nº 1940 Pre-order

Chapter 5 : Nº 1940

Our followers, The fifth collection arrives for pre-order right now. Set six years after our fourth collection, it marks the Battle of Britain – the military campaign of the Second World War when the Royal Air Force defended the Britain against the German Air Force attacks from the end of June…

WT AuthorSeptember 20, 2017

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John Scott

2019-06-28T08:53:01+0000

We stumbled across this company at the Chateau Impney hill climb last year and loved the watches so much I was bought one for Christmas. I love it - individual, stylish and not expensive for such a unique piece. Will be looking hard at the next issue and hinting strongly for next Xmas.read more

Gillian White

2019-01-18T15:28:11+0000

I bought my husband one of your watches for his 50th birthday. I was lucky to get for Christmas the Emmeline with both the metal and also the leather strap. It is beautiful - just perfect and I love the versatility of the different straps.read more

Stu Viner

2019-01-18T09:40:32+0000

Great range of watches. Great customer service.

Pete Smith

2019-01-17T16:18:03+0000

Great stylish watches. I have the 1914 watch. Absolute masterpiece & good back up service. The battery needed changing & service was prompt, plus cleaned as well. Well done WT!!!read more

Anne Untisz

2018-11-29T19:48:03+0000

Wow just opened my retirement pressie, it’s amazing thank you so much for creating such an amazing watch.

Anthony Lennox

2018-09-19T20:25:00+0000

Theres something very special about this company which is addictive dont ask me why but the story behind the watches just draws you in and if you ever have the pleasure of meeting the owners you will understand why.read more

Marjorie Shakespeare

2018-09-13T06:10:35+0000

We have been a follower of WT Author watches since it was first launched. My husband now has quite a collection. The latest collection including the ladies is that nice that I’m treating myself to oneread more

Brian Tyler

2018-08-07T18:14:31+0000

A brand of unique high quality time pieces, not to be missed

Peter Croft

2017-12-25T11:16:45+0000

My wife has given me a Chapter Five No.1940, 29 SQN Hercules,11/25 in black and it's brilliant. A great looking watch with a superb strap and I love it. I have many watches from Hublot to Citizen to Hamilton and this watch sits with them proudly, with it's own character and charm.read more

Lee Whiteman

2017-12-15T18:13:52+0000

Great watches, great people, great story. Love the story! Keep up the excellent work folks can’t wait till next year!!

Keith Squires

2017-12-01T12:51:25+0000

First purchase from a friend recommendation, amazing purchase love it. Looking forward to more �

Chris Mckellick

2017-09-14T20:43:12+0000

Graeme Marsh

2017-08-30T21:23:46+0000

It's a big decision buying a watch. For most of us chaps it's the only piece of jewellery we will wear (and rightly so) so it's got to be right. I looked hard at all the British Watch makers and for me WT Author had the right balance of originality (why pay thousands for something that looks like a Rolex and isn't?), style, uniqueness, and provenance, all at an affordable and not outrageous price. Nearly 6 months on and I'm really happy with it. They are watches that can be worn with jeans or with a suit. Smart and classy but just that little less formal than the more traditional dress watches out there. So, any negatives? Well, not many - the power reserve on the automatic movement could be better, and mine runs fast at quite a rate (but then so did my old JLC Amvox) so adjustment needed every couple of weeks. Aside from that? No. Very soft and comfortable strap and elegantly packaged. Outstanding service from the guys and it'll take all my powers of resistance (and a house purchase) to stop me buying the next one out! If you're able to lose the brand snobbery, and you want something unique at a price tag that won't leave you eating beans for weeks, you'll end up with something really rather special on your wrist. Highly recommended and a very happy customer. Thanks guys.read more

John Shakespeare

2017-08-18T11:50:11+0000

I have followed W. T. Author watches from the first crowd funding days, I have never been disappointed in the watches produced. I wanted a watch that was different to the run of the mill, didn't break the bank and was eminently usable. I have a model of every edition and didn't realise I was a watch collector until I bought the first 1905. Support British made goods, buy a quality limited edition watch from W. T. Author today! (but make sure I've bought mine before they sell out...)read more

John Bassett

2017-08-16T17:27:29+0000

Steve Thomas

2017-08-16T16:48:20+0000

Like the other reviewers, I couldn't stop at one W. T. Author watch, my first being the 1934 blue automatic, quickly followed by the 1914 in black and more recently the 1929 in white. The concept of designing watches around historical moments and of course the tie in of getting a new book chapter with each watch really appeals to me. I guess we are tied in to 13 watches and I hope they are all as individual and classy as the existing ones. I live in US and the guys at W. T. Author have been brilliant in ensuring my watches reach me quickly and in great condition. My favorite and most commented on is my black 1914. Love that watch!!read more

David Morris

2017-08-16T14:06:25+0000

I have a real love of watches and like to think I am a bit of a collector. From common Casio's to rarer Breitling's I like to try and keep in the loop with new releases. W.T. Author caught my eye, with the fact that they are assembled in Britain and also seem to be released in a very limited number. (So far) I have two of the W.T. Author watches. The No. 1914 Blue Trench Watch and also the No. 1934 Blue Dress Watch with the Automatic movement. Both are absolutely stunning and more often than not get admiring comments from passers by. The care and attention to detail that the guys at W.T. Author take is obvious to see. From the superb packaging that they come in, the hand stitched leather straps, to the hand written number card and service booklet. You can also sense when owning one of these timepieces that you have a real unique item and one that is special to you. I was able to choose two different numbered editions and knowing that they're the only ones in the world like that is very special, especially in the watch industry. I also really like the fact that they only release one design a year, it keeps me wondering what they might have in store for us in the future. If my current watches are anything to go by then I can't wait to see the next one.read more

Nils Vermeire

2017-08-16T14:04:51+0000

I am the very proud owner of all the blue models and supporter of the brand since the first day. There is something about W.T. Author that you will never find in any brand alike, they tell a story and unfold the history of watchmaking and the world. That, and the fact that they will only create 13 limited models, makes it quite a special timepiece to wear. The make is very high quality, all models feel very solid and sturdy. The straps are made of very strong leather and give the pieces an adventurous and original look. The battery life is very long, actually my 1905 is still running on the same power as it did when it first arrived, where the 1914 needed to have it's battery changed only once. Every year Sam and Jon come up with a new great concept, connected to a specific year in history only one per decade, telling a unique story. The anticipation that starts every year at the end of summer and ends around half november - december for me is hard to describe, I am always eager to find out what they come up with next and every time they exceed my expectations.read more

Andy Smith

2017-08-16T13:27:41+0000

I purchased the Nº 1934 green dress watch as a gift to myself as I've never really owned a time piece that had much more purpose than simply telling the time. W. T. Author's watches are more than just a timepiece, they have a history and a story to tell with each model. After months of looking through the range on the W.T. Author website, I finally decided to go with the Nº 1934 as soon as it was released in September 2016 and purchased #08 of 25 which gave it even more personal value to me. The full service from Jon and Sam has been exceptional from first contacting the guys, through purchasing to after care service. The watch arrives in a beautifully presented box and you get a real sense for how much pride they have taken in designing, building and sending the watch. I'm sure I'll be buying a few more products from W. T. Author in the very near future!read more

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M Ahmad

11:42 15 Oct 19

Came across WTAuthor at Duxford this September whilst perusing the many exhibitor stalls. At a glance I thought it was just another peddler of watches as I walked past. What made me stop was that I didn’t recognise the Brand and when I saw the prices I was I intrigued as opposed to put off. There was no hard sell and Sam introduced himself and the story and concept behind the watches. The more I listened the more I felt that was looking at a product that represented or reflected on my personality. It was unique, a limited edition offering, built to order with a fascinating storyboard of period designs and a British company. I loved the presentation, the styling, the build quality and I felt Sam was offering a genuine product backed by a design team that believed in their product. Sam seemed genuinely interested in spending time answering all my questions knowing there probably wouldn’t be sale there and then which reassured me further. It was like to talking to a friend than a sales person. The result was a decision to purchase a 1940 automatic movement online a few weeks later. I keep in touch with Sam via WT Arthur’s FB Page and love the personal touch. The watch was delivered beautifully presented with a hand written note which made me feel very valued as a customer which at this time further reinforces the values and customer service of this company. Thank you for a great watch and great service to date.read more

Mark Harvey

11:33 17 Jan 19

Have a blue 1929 - great workmanship and terrific customer experience.

Anthony lennox

20:03 19 Sep 18

Dont know why i love this brand so much but i do. My watch is fantastic to the extent i would buy another even though i love the one ive got. Great story,effort and passion put into this company.read more

mach man

20:32 30 May 18

I got the 1940 green face model as a birthday gift from my wife, it's an absolutely stunning watch. Ive been wearing it for a few weeks now and it has really settled on the wrist well, the strap is so comfortable.I love the packaging that the watch came in with all the extra items in the box, WTAuthor really do go that extra mile. Can't wait to own another.read more

18:26 15 Dec 17

Great watches, great people, great story. Get yourself a quality, unique British built timepiece before they run out! #wtauthorread more

15:23 18 Aug 17

I consider myself a bit of a watch-a-holic. Not collecting the - so to say - top-end makes, but searching for breathtaking timepieces at a reasonable price. For me W.T Author clearly stands out. Jon and Sam tell and amazing story by releasing only thirteen models in thirteen years covering the history of the wristwatch, one out of each decade starting with 1905. Every model has its own remarkable look and feel, but still they all stay within the brand WT Author. The signature on the 12, the red crown, the missing numbers on the dial. The make is very high quality, all models feel very solid and sturdy. The straps are made of very strong leather and give the pieces an adventurous and original look. The battery life is very long, actually my 1905 is still running on the same power as it did when it first arrived, where the 1914 needed to have it's battery changed only once. And they are clearly full of surprises, creating the first automatic with 1929 black and adding a very limited (and sold out) 25 pieces green version with the 1934. Can't wait what they come up with in the 1940 model. This brand is much more than just a wristwatch making company! They are true storytellers with a sharp eye on high quality of details and a tremendous vision on how a beautiful time piece has to be made. Owning every model, I can say I love to wear them all and no matter which one is on my wrist, I always get compliments about it. Giving me the wonderful opportunity to re-tell the story of W.T. Author.read more

Graham Kelly

08:46 04 Jun 17

I've had my 1905 edition watch now over a year. It's getting better with age! Such a talking piece around any table and looks superb. The packaging and detail that goes into the watch are second go none. I want another already! Keep it up :)read more

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Nº 1940

EXHIBITIONS RESUME SATURDAY, JULY 7, AT 7:30 AM BST

WT Author Exhibition Update

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WT Author Winter Exhibitions

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