The Springfield 078 (45mm)
Est. $5,500 USD
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What Makes The Springfield 078 Unique: The Springfield 078 is defined by clarity, balance, and purposeful design. Its bright white Silver Medal dial presents a clean, highly legible layout, framed by bold black Arabic numerals and a precise railroad minute track around the perimeter. At 6 o™clock, a recessed sub-seconds dial adds depth and symmetry, reinforcing the instrument-like aesthetic these dials were known for. We preserved the original blued-steel hands, whose deep blue tone contrasts crisply against the dial, while custom-applied lume on both the hands and select indices enhances low-light readability without disrupting the watch's vintage character. Inside, this watch is powered by a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1920, originally paired with the Silver Medal dial as a matched set. These movements were respected for their reliability and careful finishing, and through the open caseback you™ll find Geneva-striped bridges, polished steel components, and gold-plated gears that catch the light as the movement runs. The pairing of dial and movement reflects a thoughtful balance between precision, durability, and refined craftsmanship. The movement is also marked œsilver medal, which is something we don™t see often! The case is machined from stainless steel and finished cleanly to complement the crisp dial, with a smooth bronze bezel adding a subtle warmth that echoes early 20th-century pocket watch design. A knurled polished-steel crown provides tactile grip while maintaining a period-correct profile. The watch is finished with a chocolate-toned leather strap that grounds the bright dial and bronze bezel, giving the piece a confident, versatile presence on the wrist. In 1920, American watchmakers were refining standards of precision as wristwatches began gaining broader acceptance beyond the pocket. That same year, the Illinois Watch Company continued producing dependable, high-quality movements designed for accuracy and everyday reliabilityvalues that are clearly reflected in the Silver Medal line. The Springfield 078 carries that legacy forward, preserving a moment when American watchmaking was evolving while still holding firmly to its roots.