The Springfield 385 is the 385th one-of-a-kind piece in Vortic's "Springfield" line of the American Artisan Series. This watch contains the original movement (timepiece), dial (face), and hands from a vintage (1880’s – 1950’s) pocket watch. The American Artisan Series is a line of fully American Made wristwatches powered by restored, U.S. made pocket watch movements.

What makes the Springfield 385 Unique: Today’s watch of the day is the Springfield 385 and this watch exemplifies exactly why we are featuring our DLC black cases. We get a lot of requests to bring a more modern sleek look combined with a vintage feel, and this watch does exactly that. At first glance, the bold black numerals contrast so well and clean on this white dial, and then up close you start to see the wear and character of a watch that is almost 100 years old. This watch goes well with any occasion and shows off just enough to wow a crowd, while still maintaining the understated simple clean look of a modern watch. A nickel crown on top with matching hardware and a very dark coal strap finish off the details to complete the look. The movement boasts 17 screw set jewels, with all silver plated hardware to contrast the very bright gold gears. A wonderfully unique pattern has been machined on the build plate to keep your eye moving all around while showing off the inner workings of this timeless piece of art. This watch was originally manufactured in Springfield, Illinois in 1927. At this same time not far away, the first transatlantic telephone call is made from New York City to London. Communication was booming all around the world, a true time for innovation in technology.

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