Watch Description
What makes the Boston 054 unique:
The Boston 054 introduces a warm parchment-toned dial that shows its age with subtle patina and gentle scratches that speak to its long history. At the center, an intricate vertical stripe panel features original Waltham engraving with woven and floral elements, all surrounded by a raised decorative border that gives the dial a sense of depth. A dotted minute track sits just inside the chapter ring and pulls the layout together. The sharply angled numerals lean into an Art Deco influence with a pointed slant that feels both vintage and confident. We kept the original heat-blued moon hands, which sweep across the dial with a graceful curve and provide clear contrast against the aged background. A recessed sub-seconds dial at 6 o’clock adds balance and introduces a circular texture that complements the central engraving.
Inside, the 17 jewel Waltham movement from 1924 comes to life through the open caseback. The plates are decorated with a blend of woven patterns and floral scrollwork that highlight the craftsmanship Waltham was known for in the early twentieth century. Polished gears, warm jewel settings, and a carefully arranged bridge layout give the movement a layered and mechanical beauty that rewards careful viewing from every angle.
We encased this movement in a black DLC coated stainless steel case that provides a contemporary frame for the antique dial. The smooth DLC coated titanium bezel flows cleanly into the case and keeps attention on the engraved center panel. A vertically grooved DLC black crown gives the watch a modern, tactile finish and pairs naturally with the ebony leather strap. Light stitching on the strap softens the overall look and allows the historic character of the watch to remain the focal point.
In 1924, the American railroad system was modernizing rapidly as railroads began adopting standardized color light signals across major routes. This shift helped improve national safety and timing at a moment when precision was becoming increasingly important. Movements like the one inside The Boston 054 were essential tools that supported this progress, providing the reliable timekeeping needed to keep trains on schedule during a pivotal moment in American industry.
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.
Legal Disclaimer: All product and company names, logos, brands, and other trademarks featured or referred to within Vortic's products and services are the property of their respective intellectual property rights holders, if any. Those intellectual property rights holders, other than Vortic, LLC, are not affiliated with Vortic, LLC, our products, or our website. They do not sponsor or endorse our materials.
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: DLC Black Steel
- Crown/Hardware: Titanium
- Water Resistance: 1 ATM
- Crystals: Sapphire
- Case Back: Stainless Steel
- Strap: Leather
Movement
- Manufacturer: Waltham Watch Company
- Serial Number: 24482776
- Manufacture Year: 1924
- Function: Manual Wind
- Jewels: 17 Jewels
- Hands: Original
- Size: 12s
- Power Reserve: ~36 Hours
What makes the Boston 054 unique:
The Boston 054 introduces a warm parchment-toned dial that shows its age with subtle patina and gentle scratches that speak to its long history. At the center, an intricate vertical stripe panel features original Waltham engraving with woven and floral elements, all surrounded by a raised decorative border that gives the dial a sense of depth. A dotted minute track sits just inside the chapter ring and pulls the layout together. The sharply angled numerals lean into an Art Deco influence with a pointed slant that feels both vintage and confident. We kept the original heat-blued moon hands, which sweep across the dial with a graceful curve and provide clear contrast against the aged background. A recessed sub-seconds dial at 6 o’clock adds balance and introduces a circular texture that complements the central engraving.
Inside, the 17 jewel Waltham movement from 1924 comes to life through the open caseback. The plates are decorated with a blend of woven patterns and floral scrollwork that highlight the craftsmanship Waltham was known for in the early twentieth century. Polished gears, warm jewel settings, and a carefully arranged bridge layout give the movement a layered and mechanical beauty that rewards careful viewing from every angle.
We encased this movement in a black DLC coated stainless steel case that provides a contemporary frame for the antique dial. The smooth DLC coated titanium bezel flows cleanly into the case and keeps attention on the engraved center panel. A vertically grooved DLC black crown gives the watch a modern, tactile finish and pairs naturally with the ebony leather strap. Light stitching on the strap softens the overall look and allows the historic character of the watch to remain the focal point.
In 1924, the American railroad system was modernizing rapidly as railroads began adopting standardized color light signals across major routes. This shift helped improve national safety and timing at a moment when precision was becoming increasingly important. Movements like the one inside The Boston 054 were essential tools that supported this progress, providing the reliable timekeeping needed to keep trains on schedule during a pivotal moment in American industry.
Let customers speak for us
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.
