The Springfield 130 (45mm)
Est. $5,900 USD
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What makes the Springfield 130 unique: The Springfield 130 is a refined example of early American watchmaking, brought back to life in our American Artisan Series. The dial is crisp and bright with a rich porcelain-like finish, framed by clearly defined black numerals and accented with red five-minute markers around the outer edge. It features a single-sunk configuration with a recessed sub-seconds dial at 6 o™clock, offering subtle depth and balance. A fine network of hairline cracks runs across the surface, testament to the dial's age and authenticityearned honestly over 100 years. Complementing the dial are blued steel Spade & Whip hands that cut through the white enamel with elegance and clarity. Powering this piece is an antique 17-jewel Illinois movement, originally manufactured in 1917. Visible through the open caseback, the bridges feature dramatic, undulating engravingseach sweep of the pattern catching the light and celebrating traditional American finishing techniques. Gold-plated gears peek between the bridges, and the jewel settings add delicate pops of color, all speaking to the mechanical artistry of a bygone era. We housed this movement in a machined stainless steel case, preserving the industrial character of the material with a raw finish. A coin-edged bezel adds visual texture and frames the dial with a refined, vintage-inspired look, while the geometric knurled crown provides tactile functionality. The build is completed with a cognac-toned American-made leather strap that brings warmth to the piece, tying together the classic aesthetic. This movement was manufactured in 1917the same year the first Pulitzer Prizes were awarded. Created to honor excellence in journalism and the arts, the Pulitzer became a symbol of American storytelling, innovation, and integrity. In the same spirit, The Springfield 130 preserves the craftsmanship of an era when precision, detail, and design spoke volumesall without saying a word.