This watch is brand new but was used for promotion and images to be used by our dealers and on one of our websites. The watch is in perfect condition but reduced. It has a full 24 month guarantee.

SKU Code: 5025J/NS

This watch is inspired by the military patterns of the 1950s and 1960s. It features a box sapphire crystal that closely resembles the original plexiglass. The movement is a sophisticated Ronda R 150 or equivalent, boasting 25 jewels and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz). This precision-crafted powerhouse offers a substantial 38-hour power reserve, ensuring enduring performance. With hacking and hand-winding capabilities, it exemplifies both efficiency and convenience.

The watch uses Luminova instead of the Tritium used in the 1960s. The main advantage of Luminova is its longevity and non-radioactive nature. The paint color mimics aged Tritium paint, and although the "T" is encircled for historical accuracy, it indicates Luminova.

This watch measures 39mm in diameter and is supplied with two NATO straps: one black and one standard British issue Admiralty gray.

Dimensions and Specifications:

• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Width Excluding Crown: 36 mm
• Width Including Crown: 39.5 mm
• Thickness with Crystal: 13.3 mm
• Lug to Lug: 43.5 mm
• Water Resistance: 200m / 660ft
• Movement: 25 Jewel Ronda R 150 or equivalent
• Power Reserve: 38 hours
• Crown: Screw-down locking crown
• Caseback: Screw-down
• Crystal: Sapphire*
• Luminosity: Luminova Paint
• Straps: 2 x 20mm NATO straps - one black and one standard British issue Admiralty gray

Why Sapphire Crystal?

Many people ask about the benefits of sapphire crystal over the original plexiglass. Synthetic sapphire is considered the best material for watch crystals due to its exceptional strength and resistance to shattering and scratching. These qualities make it highly appealing to military and security personnel, police officers, and people with active outdoor lifestyles, who make up over 70% of our customers.

The original plexiglass crystals from the 1960s, made of plastic/acrylic, were prone to scratches and cracks upon impact, which also limited the water resistance of the watch. When clients experience cracked crystals, over 90% of the incidents involve watches with mineral glass crystals or plexiglass. Even hardened mineral crystals do not match the durability of sapphire under adverse conditions.

Sapphire crystals are heat-treated to remove internal stresses, which can cause weakness. After manufacturing, the crystals receive two layers of anti-reflective coating. Interestingly, sapphire crystal is now used on the latest iPhones. While sapphire crystal comes at a higher price, its superior quality justifies its use in higher-end watches.