The Springfield 156 (45mm)

Est. $6,500 USD

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What Makes The Springfield 156 Unique: The dial of The Springfield 156 is defined by a soft, ivory-toned surface that has developed a subtle, even patina over the past century. Applied Arabic numerals rise gently from the dial and are filled with custom lume, giving the watch a purposeful presence while preserving its original character. A clean outer minute track frames the layout, guiding the eye toward a neatly executed sub-seconds dial at 6 o™clock, whose recessed profile adds depth and balance. We preserved the original blued-steel hands, their deep blue hue providing crisp contrast against the aged dial and tying the entire composition together with clarity and restraint. One of our master watchmakers meticulously hand-painted modern loom on the numerals and hands, restoring this dial to a beautiful Level of finish that was only possible using radium in the 1920s. Today, though, we can achieve the same style with no hazardous materials by using gills that very few have. This watch represents an amazing celebration of skilled trade. Inside, this watch is powered by a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1921. Through the open caseback, the movement reveals beautifully executed engraving across the bridges, paired with a striking dual-tone finish that blends warm gold elements with cooler steel components. The contrast highlights the geometry of the gear train and bridgework, while polished screws and jewel settings catch the light as the movement runs, offering a compelling view of early 20th-century American watchmaking at its finest. The movement is housed in our Version 3 case, machined from titanium and finished to a clean, satin sheen that keeps the focus on the dial. A smooth machined titanium bezel frames the watch without distraction, while a knurled machined titanium crown provides confident grip and a cohesive visual match to the case. The watch is paired with an oxblood Horween leather strap with stitching, its rich tone complementing both the warmth of the dial and the cool neutrality of the titanium case. The Illinois Watch Company produced this movement in 1921, a year marked by rapid industrial growth and technological optimism in the United States as the country transitioned fully into the postWorld War I era. American manufacturers were refining precision engineering at scale, and Illinois stood at the forefront of that effort, producing movements that balanced reliability, finish, and thoughtful designqualities that remain evident in this watch more than a century later.