The Boston 470 (46mm)

The Boston 470 (46mm)

The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)
The Boston 470 (46mm)

Watch Description

The American mechanism inside this watch is not a replica or an "inspired" piece. It was genuinely carried by an individual, 100 years ago, that depended on it. Each time you wear this watch, you will be transported through time, imagining who this individual was and the work they did to help build our country. Simply put, American Artisan Series watches make you feel something when you put them on. At Vortic, we tell customers that owning a watch isn't nearly as important as owning a story. And, this is an opportunity to be a part of a story that is bigger than yourself. You won't be the first to own this watch, and you certainly won't be the last, so make your chapter count.

The American Artisan Series is a line of fully American Made wristwatches powered by restored, U.S. made pocket watch movements. Individuals commonly scrap pocket watch cases for their precious metal, leaving the original mechanism orphaned. This watch contains the original movement (timepiece), dial (face), and hands from a vintage (1880's - 1950's) pocket watch made by Waltham Watch Company. We call this model "The Boston" because of the company's proximity to the city.

What makes the Boston 470 unique: oday, we’re thrilled to feature this one-of-a-kind watch dating all the way back to the 19th century — the Boston 470. The American Waltham Watch Company produced this piece’s original pocket watch, which features a sophisticated dial with a gorgeous white background in 1896. The dial also features thin black hour numerals, red minute numerals, and blued steel fine spade hands. We matched this stunningly elegant pocket watch with our scratch-resistant Machined Titanium case and a nickel-plated crown. Unlike most of our watches, the crown sits on the side of our case rather than the top, making it even more distinct. On the back of the watch, you can see its 19th-century Royal-grade hunting movement with a patent regulator, Breguet hairspring, nickel finish, and pendant setting. The watch also boasts gold-plated gears and 17 jewels within its ¾ plate, and the movement also features intricate, stylish markings. To top the piece off, we equipped it with our comfortable, artisan-designed Cordovan Black leather watch strap, further emphasizing the watch’s sophisticated design.

The American Waltham Watch Company initially produced the Boston 470’s pocket watch in Waltham, Massachusetts, in 1896 — the same year that Utah became the 45th state. The United States gained control over the territory making up Utah in 1848 through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which concluded the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848. A year before the United States gained control over the territory, the area was settled by a group of Mormons. In 1849, Mormons petitioned for the territory to become part of the United States as the state of Deseret. Eight years later, public opinion turned against the Church of Latter-day Saints and Utah’s statehood process was halted after the Mountain Meadows Massacre, a mass killing conducted by the Utah Territorial Militia, known as Nauvoo Legion, against the Baker-Fancher emigrant wagon train, leading to 120 deaths. Another point of contention was the early Mormon church’s practice of polygomy, which became illegal in the United States in 1862. Fortunately, the church renounced polygamy in their 1890 Manifesto, leading to the Federal government accepting their application for statehood.

Case Style:This case has been CNC milled from a solid block of aerospace grade titanium. The case is intentionally left unpolished so the intricate tool marks made during the milling process remain visible. Titanium is the ultimate material for strength to weight ratio. Titanium has a darker look than steel, and due to its low thermal conductivity, feels warm to the touch. These characteristics create an enduring, highly wearable, distinctive piece.

Movement: The manually wound, antique, pocket watch movement inside this watch has been meticulously restored to as close to original condition as possible. Vortic has an exclusive group of highly experienced watchmakers that specialize in vintage watches. Before its use in a wristwatch, each movement is completely disassembled, cleaned, oiled, and calibrated. Each finished Vortic watch is tested for at least a week before completion.

This watch's movement is serial number 7273713 from the Waltham Watch Company. 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.

Watch Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Vortic Watch Company
  • Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
  • Case Dimensions: 
    • Diameter: 46mm
    • Height: 12mm
    • Lug-to-Lug: 55mm
    • Lugs: 22mm
  • Case Finish: Machined Titanium
  • Crown/Hardware: Nickel Plated
  • Water Resistance: 1 ATM
  • Crystals: Gorilla Glass
  • Case Back: Stainless Steel
  • Strap: Leather

Movement

  • Manufacturer: Waltham Watch Company
  • Serial Number:  7273713
  • Manufacture Year:  1896
  • Function: Manual Wind
  • Jewels: 17j
  • Hands: Original
  • Size: 12s
  • Power Reserve: ~36 Hours
It looks like it would have been right at home on the wrist of Indiana Jones! This watch is a showpiece as much as it is as unique timepiece!
—John from Indiana
After receiving the watch in the mail, I was surprised to see the watch somehow looked better in person than it did in the photos. I didn't think that would be possible!
—Mark from Massachusetts
The skeleton back is amazing and the packaging was perfect. To honor the past with details like this is truly impressive.
—Brad from Florida
I own so called "high end" watches such as Rolex, Panerai, and Zenith but they pale in comparison to my two Vortic models which I wear everyday to work.
—Todd from Ohio
What makes the Boston 470 unique: oday, we’re thrilled to feature this one-of-a-kind watch dating all the way back to the 19th century — the Boston 470. The American Waltham Watch Company produced this piece’s original pocket watch, which features a sophisticated dial with a gorgeous white background in 1896. The dial also features thin black hour numerals, red minute numerals, and blued steel fine spade hands. We matched this stunningly elegant pocket watch with our scratch-resistant Machined Titanium case and a nickel-plated crown. Unlike most of our watches, the crown sits on the side of our case rather than the top, making it even more distinct. On the back of the watch, you can see its 19th-century Royal-grade hunting movement with a patent regulator, Breguet hairspring, nickel finish, and pendant setting. The watch also boasts gold-plated gears and 17 jewels within its ¾ plate, and the movement also features intricate, stylish markings. To top the piece off, we equipped it with our comfortable, artisan-designed Cordovan Black leather watch strap, further emphasizing the watch’s sophisticated design.

The American Waltham Watch Company initially produced the Boston 470’s pocket watch in Waltham, Massachusetts, in 1896 — the same year that Utah became the 45th state. The United States gained control over the territory making up Utah in 1848 through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which concluded the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848. A year before the United States gained control over the territory, the area was settled by a group of Mormons. In 1849, Mormons petitioned for the territory to become part of the United States as the state of Deseret. Eight years later, public opinion turned against the Church of Latter-day Saints and Utah’s statehood process was halted after the Mountain Meadows Massacre, a mass killing conducted by the Utah Territorial Militia, known as Nauvoo Legion, against the Baker-Fancher emigrant wagon train, leading to 120 deaths. Another point of contention was the early Mormon church’s practice of polygomy, which became illegal in the United States in 1862. Fortunately, the church renounced polygamy in their 1890 Manifesto, leading to the Federal government accepting their application for statehood.

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