
The Chicago 092 (45mm)
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What makes The Chicago 092 unique: The Chicago 092 features a cream-toned dial adorned with a truly unique inner design—two mirrored heraldic lions flanking a floral motif beneath the Elgin logo. This antique print adds a sense of regality and story to the piece, complemented by bold, boxy numerals that wrap around the dial in rhythmic symmetry. A recessed sub-seconds dial at 6 oclock is sharply defined, bringing classic balance to the layout. At center, a set of blued steel diamond-kite hands offer crisp contrast and catch the light with just the right touch of flair. Inside, this piece is powered by a 17-jewel Elgin movement manufactured in 1928. Its clean, brushed aesthetic highlights precision-crafted gears and polished components, with an elegant layout that celebrates both functionality and beauty. The movements bridgework features delicate engraving and sharp symmetry, making it as much a work of art as a feat of engineering. This watch is housed in a 45mm machined stainless steel case with a smooth, sandblasted finish that softens the industrial tone and emphasizes the visual texture of the dial. A matching sandblasted steel bezel and knurled crown add tactile balance, while the camel-toned leather strap completes the build with warm, earthy contrast. In 1928, American innovation was on full display when Charles Lindbergh was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his pioneering solo flight across the Atlantic just the year prior. That same spirit of exploration and craftsmanship lives on in this Elgin movement—an artifact of its time, now given new life on the wrist.


