Watch Description
What makes the Boston 039 unique:
The Boston 039 features a crisp white porcelain dial that radiates classic simplicity, balanced by bold black Arabic numerals and a sharply defined sub-seconds dial. Surrounding the clean layout is a set of precise red minute markers, adding a pop of character to the otherwise monochromatic design. At center, a pair of blued-steel Spade-style hands sweep confidently across the face, anchoring this piece in timeless elegance.
Inside this watch, you'll find a 17-jewel Waltham movement originally manufactured in 1900. This “Royal” grade movement features extraordinary bridge engraving, including the clearly legible “A.W.W. Co” and “Royal” markings. Gold-toned jewel cups and decorative damaskeening across the bridge plates showcase Waltham’s technical prowess and commitment to beauty as well as precision.
The movement is housed in a machined stainless steel case with a smooth steel bezel. A knurled machined-steel crown adds a tactile detail that complements the overall composition. We’ve paired the watch with a camel-toned leather strap, offering warm contrast and vintage-inspired charm that completes the look.
In 1900, the first line of the New York City subway system began construction—laying the groundwork for what would become one of the largest and most iconic transit networks in the world. As the industrial world pushed forward, Waltham was building timepieces like this one with craftsmanship and longevity in mind.
Movement Manufacturer Information
The movement inside of this watch was made by Waltham Watch Company. We call this model "The Boston" because of the company's proximity to the city.
Also known as American Watch Company and American Waltham Watch Company, Waltham was one of the leaders in attempting an entirely new concept, machines making machines. Prior to this, a watchmaker would hand-make each part of a movement one-at-a-time. Operating from 1851-1957, Waltham called its product the "Scientific Watch." Waltham's innovative, precise machining techniques made parts interchangeable, and their early version of the assembly line made high-quality watches efficient to produce. Legend has it that Henry Ford drew inspiration for his assembly line production from a visit to Waltham's factory. Located on the bank of the Charles River in "Watch City" (Waltham), Massachusetts, the factory has since been converted to apartment lofts.
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Watch Specifications
- Manufacturer: Vortic Watch Company
- Model Year: 2025
- Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
- Case Dimensions:
- Diameter: 45mm
- Thickness: 12mm
- Lug to Lug: 55mm
- Lug Width: 22mm
- Case Material: Machined Steel
- Crown/Hardware: Stainless Steel
- Water Resistance: 1 ATM
- Crystals: Sapphire
- Case Back: Stainless Steel
- Strap: Leather
Movement
- Manufacturer: Waltham Watch Company
- Serial Number: 7118853
- Manufacture Year: 1900
- Function: Manual Wind
- Jewels: 17 Jewels
- Hands: Original
- Size: 12s
- Power Reserve: ~36 Hours
What makes the Boston 039 unique:
The Boston 039 features a crisp white porcelain dial that radiates classic simplicity, balanced by bold black Arabic numerals and a sharply defined sub-seconds dial. Surrounding the clean layout is a set of precise red minute markers, adding a pop of character to the otherwise monochromatic design. At center, a pair of blued-steel Spade-style hands sweep confidently across the face, anchoring this piece in timeless elegance.
Inside this watch, you'll find a 17-jewel Waltham movement originally manufactured in 1900. This “Royal” grade movement features extraordinary bridge engraving, including the clearly legible “A.W.W. Co” and “Royal” markings. Gold-toned jewel cups and decorative damaskeening across the bridge plates showcase Waltham’s technical prowess and commitment to beauty as well as precision.
The movement is housed in a machined stainless steel case with a smooth steel bezel. A knurled machined-steel crown adds a tactile detail that complements the overall composition. We’ve paired the watch with a camel-toned leather strap, offering warm contrast and vintage-inspired charm that completes the look.
In 1900, the first line of the New York City subway system began construction—laying the groundwork for what would become one of the largest and most iconic transit networks in the world. As the industrial world pushed forward, Waltham was building timepieces like this one with craftsmanship and longevity in mind.
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The Movement
The engine that powers this watch is an antique American pocket watch movement. All the gears and springs that make it tell time are roughly 100 years old on average. We call these watches the American Artisan Series because we're celebrating the history and legacy of the artisan watchmakers who built this engineering marvel a century ago in the United States.
The Story
Today most pocket watches are scrapped for the gold or silver of the case (the outside of the antique timepiece), leaving the inside (what we call the "movement") as trash.
We take pride in upcycling these pieces of American history by salvaging as many as we can, then preserving them inside our wristwatches.
Our expert team of watchmakers restores the antique movement and then we manufacture a custom wristwatch case here in Fort Collins, Colorado.
The Strap
We partnered with Worn & Wound to produce a custom set of straps for our American Artisan Series watches. We now have 15 different colors to choose from including our two Horween Shell Cordovan options. These straps are made in the USA and are based on the Windup Model 2 Premium strap that Worn and Wound offers.
