The Royal Armouries Arne limited edition is based on the sell out Field Watch with a hidden story, inspired by a WWII icon in the Royal Armouries Collection.
Together we’ve turned our attention to a one-of-a-kind object within the Royal Armouries' remarkable firearms collection - the first BREN gun ever made, produced at RSAF Enfield in September 1937.
The BREN Light Machine Gun (LMG) is one of WWII's most iconic weapon systems. It was renowned for its accuracy, reliability, and versatility. This remarkable piece of engineering remained in service for an extraordinary 54 years, and it felt only fitting to let such a legacy shape the design of this special watch.
Subtle but significant design cues bring the connection to life, from the bronze chapter ring mirroring the original brass plate on the butt of the gun, to the matt black case finish, chosen to match the original finish on the barrel and using the date of when the first BREN Gun was manufactured.
The result is a watch that quietly honours a piece of engineering history while standing as a distinctive, limited-edition timepiece in its own right.
Arne is a heathland nature reserve forming a beautiful stretch of the Dorset coastline, just across Poole Harbour from EBHQ. But during WWII, it played a very different role; one that saved lives, reshaped history, and ultimately inspired the watch that bears its name. It’s a story of deception, ingenuity, and quiet purpose. You can read more about its story here.
This is a one-time opportunity to acquire this limited edition. £50 from each watch will be donated to support the work of The Royal Armouries.
This special edition is packed with subtle if you know, you know unique detailing...
- ENFIELD D 1937 under 12 to mark the date and location of when the first BREN Gun was produced
- Bronze chapter ring to mirror the base plate on the serial #1 BREN Gun
- BREN Mk1 at 6
- 1991 on chapter ring to mark the year the BREN Gun came out of service/declared obsolete by the MOD
- Royal Armouries logo on caseback
- Limited edition of 150.
- £395 with leather strap.
This is a bespoke make-to-order project, once the order books close on Monday 3rd November '25, that's it. We won't make any more. The time is now. Orders will be fulfilled in Early Summer '26.
The impeccable construction includes an internal shock protection system, 2mm toughened domed sapphire crystal with multi-layer anti-reflective coating to ensure perfect visibility even in poor lighting. There are unbreakable solid screw-in strap bars for easy strap changes in a stainless steel case with triple-sealed crown at 3h.
Arne is the perfect field watch, easy to read at a glance whilst being entirely fit for purpose. Small enough to slide under a cuff yet rugged enough to remain totally reliable no matter how tough the conditions and you get to support The Royal Armouries in the process.
The watch comes with the reassurance of a 5 year warranty and pleasingly inexpensive in-house servicing.
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