Khanjar And Qaboos Rolexes: Are They The Vintage Watch Industry’s Blood Diamonds?
https://quillandpad.com/2019/12/05/k...lood-diamonds/

"The SAS contingent that had been engaged in the conflict from the time of the coup amounted to around 80 men (supported by Oman locals). The insurgents had numbered almost 15,000, a staggering achievement." [quote]

Below more details of the battle.

The Rolex ‘Khanjar’ & ‘Qaboos’ Sea-Dweller - Muscat & Oman
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