The Springfield 416 (47mm)

The Springfield 416 is the 416th one-of-a-kind piece in Vortic's "Springfield" line of the American Artisan Series. This watch contains the original movement (timepiece), dial (face), and hands from a vintage (1880’s – 1950’s) pocket watch. The American Artisan Series is a line of fully American Made wristwatches powered by restored, U.S. made pocket watch movements. What makes the Springfield 416 Unique: Today we bring you the Springfield 416, and could not be happier with how the look of this watch came together. The patina on this amazing bronze case pairs so well with the aged look of this dial, and topped off with a wonderful copper crown that will continue to age with the rest of this watch over time. These dark Arabic numerals and full-moon blued steel hands contrast well from the dial and give the watch a very eye-catching appeal. Our moss strap carries through the tones of the case well and really completes the look of this beautiful work of art. When you turn the watch over you reveal a magnificent movement underneath, with bold Geneva lines across the entirety of the build plates. Rose-gold gears and a brass balance keep powering on, assisted by 17 screw-set jewels as well as double roller escapement. This watch is the perfect example of a timeless piece of American history, continuing its life almost 100 years later. Originally produced by the Illinois Watch Company in Springfield, Illinois in 1923. Each element of this watch was machined by hand, but hundreds of skilled craftsmen piece by piece. In this same year, the tomb of King Tutankhamun was discovered by Howard Carter in Lower Egypt. The clearing and record keeping of the tomb continued on until 1932. 1923 4181812