Winston Churchill's 1946 Movado Calendograf Watch

While Switzerland was technically neutral during World War II, it's clear from this Movado Calendograf Watch — gifted to Winston Churchill by Swiss citizens during a 1946 visit — that they had a preference as to who won. The watch has an 18K gold case and a bi-colored dial with an outer date ring, month and day apertures, and a center seconds hand. On the back, it carries an engraving with the following message: "To Winston Churchill as testimony of the admiration and gratitude of some Swiss citizens, September 1946". Publisher Steve Forbes acquired the historic timepiece 30 years ago, and is now selling it via Peter Harrington Rare Books; it's accompanied by a copy of a letter sent to Churchill by Swiss watch retailer Beyer of Zurich marking the occasion.

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Gerber Lockdown Pry

Between wallets, keys, and ever-larger phones, pocket space is at a premium. Gerber's Lockdown Pry earns its place with a variety of uses. As the name suggests, it has a cast pry bar on one end, as well as textured scales for a secure grip. Also onboard are a 2.5" plain-edge blade with frame lock, scissors, a replaceable #11 blade, a file, a chisel, large and small flathead drivers, a nail-puller, and the always-handy bottle opener. Finished with a clip to keep it securely in place, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Closed length: 4.0" / Open length (knife open): 6.62" / Blade length: 2.5" / Width: 0.56" / Weight: 5.7 oz.

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