The Springfield 461 (47mm)
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The Springfield 461 (47mm)

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The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)
The Springfield 461 (47mm)

Watch Description

What makes the Springfield 461 unique: Today, we are super excited to introduce this historical and extremely rare piece from the Illinois Watch Company — the Springfield 461. Originally manufactured in 1917 by the Illinois Watch Company, the Springfield 461 features a classic watch face design, bold type numbers, and a clear display case that reveals the intricate nickel gears with bronze details. Our Machined Titanium case complements the subtle patterns of the dial and sub-dial magnificently, and our incredibly durable and scratch-resistant coating preserves the history of this timeless piece. Powered by 23 ruby and sapphire jewels raised in gold settings, this 416-grade timepiece is truly spectacular. So what makes this watch so rare, you ask? This is the 100th movement of a 100 piece run - there are only 100 of these movements ever made! Lastly, our Merlot leather strap accentuates the beauty of this presidential timepiece, giving our Machined Titanium case a lustrous appeal. 1917 was the same year that U.S. President Woodrow Wilson was inaugurated for a second term so we consider this watch Presidential!

Movement Manufacturer Information

The movement inside of this watch was made by Illinois Watch Company. We call this model "The Springfield" because the company was located in Springfield, Illinois.

Originally called the Springfield Watch Company, Illinois came to Springfield, Illinois in 1869 while the "modern" watch industry was fairly new but highly promising. City officials felt that the addition of industry to the city of Springfield would be excellent for the city's growth. However, after a series of failures and re-brandings, the company had a slow start until 1903 when they decided to manufacture high-quality watches only. Eventually making some of the most beautiful watches of their time, the company sold to Hamilton in 1927. Hamilton continued producing watches under the Illinois name for some time, but the original Springfield factory no longer stands.

Watch Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Vortic Watch Company
  • Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
  • Case Dimensions:
    • Diameter: 47mm
    • Thickness: 12mm
    • Lug to Lug: 55mm
    • Lug Width: 22mm
  • Case Material: Sandblasted Titanium
  • Crown/Hardware: Nickel Plated
  • Water Resistance: 1 ATM
  • Crystals: Sapphire
  • Case Back: Stainless Steel
  • Strap: Leather

Movement

  • Manufacturer: Illinois Watch Company
  • Serial Number: 3188879
  • Manufacture Year: 1917
  • Function: Manual Wind
  • Jewels: 23 Jewels
  • Hands: Original
  • Size: 12s
  • Power Reserve: ~36 Hours
What makes the Springfield 461 unique: Today, we are super excited to introduce this historical and extremely rare piece from the Illinois Watch Company — the Springfield 461. Originally manufactured in 1917 by the Illinois Watch Company, the Springfield 461 features a classic watch face design, bold type numbers, and a clear display case that reveals the intricate nickel gears with bronze details. Our Machined Titanium case complements the subtle patterns of the dial and sub-dial magnificently, and our incredibly durable and scratch-resistant coating preserves the history of this timeless piece. Powered by 23 ruby and sapphire jewels raised in gold settings, this 416-grade timepiece is truly spectacular. So what makes this watch so rare, you ask? This is the 100th movement of a 100 piece run - there are only 100 of these movements ever made! Lastly, our Merlot leather strap accentuates the beauty of this presidential timepiece, giving our Machined Titanium case a lustrous appeal. 1917 was the same year that U.S. President Woodrow Wilson was inaugurated for a second term so we consider this watch Presidential!

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The Strap

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