Watch Description
What makes the Lancaster 089 unique:
The Lancaster 089 is a breathtaking example of American watchmaking history, featuring a stunning sunburst-textured dial that radiates outward from the center, catching the light in a mesmerizing way. Raised gold numerals add warmth and depth, beautifully complementing the intricate grooves of the dial. Adding to its character, the sub-seconds dial at six o’clock features a smooth, recessed finish, creating a striking contrast against the textured background. This layering effect enhances the depth and elegance of the watch, making it an eye-catching statement piece.
At the heart of this timepiece is a 23-jewel Hamilton movement, one of the most advanced pocket watch calibers of its time. A higher jewel count, like the 23 found in this movement, signifies exceptional durability and precision, as the synthetic ruby bearings reduce friction and improve long-term accuracy. The gold-toned gears and meticulously finished bridges add to the beauty of this movement, making it a joy to admire through the caseback.
Encased in a 47mm sandblasted stainless steel case, this watch pairs industrial strength with refined design. The smooth sandblasted bezel and bronze knurled crown add a vintage-inspired contrast, while the cognac leather strap brings out the warm hues of the dial. This piece is more than just a timekeeper—it’s a window into the craftsmanship of the early 20th century, preserved and elevated for the modern era.
Manufactured in 1928, this watch was created during a period of rapid innovation in American manufacturing. That same year, the world saw the debut of Amelia Earhart’s transatlantic flight, marking a major milestone in aviation history—an industry that, like watchmaking, depended on precision engineering and relentless innovation. This timepiece is a true testament to the ingenuity of its era.
Movement Manufacturer Information
The movement inside of this watch was made by Hamilton Watch Company. We call this model "The Lancaster" because the company was located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Hamilton is named after famous Pennsylvanian Alexander Hamilton and is the result of multiple re-organizations of attempted watch companies in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1892, Hamilton had a reputation for superior quality and maintained half of the railroad watch market share during some of the most prolific years of American railroad history. During World War II, Hamilton was integral to the production of accurate timepieces for the Military. Deemed "the watch that won the war," the company established an employee-run newsletter so that employees turned soldiers could keep up with life at the factory. While the original factory still stands as luxury apartments, the company stopped producing watches in the US in 1969. Hamilton now produces watches in Switzerland and is owned by the Swatch Group.
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Watch Specifications
- Manufacturer: Vortic Watch Company
- Model Year: 2025
- Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
- Case Dimensions:
- Diameter: 47mm
- Thickness: 13.5mm
- Lug to Lug: 59mm
- Lug Width: 24mm
- Case Material: Sandblasted Stainless Steel
- Crown/Hardware: Bronze
- Water Resistance: 1 ATM
- Crystals: Sapphire
- Case Back: Stainless Steel
- Strap: Leather
Movement
- Manufacturer: Hamilton Watch Company
- Serial Number: 3010495
- Manufacture Year: 1928
- Function: Manual Wind
- Jewels: 23 Jewels
- Hands: Original
- Size: 12s
- Power Reserve: ~36 Hours
What makes the Lancaster 089 unique:
The Lancaster 089 is a breathtaking example of American watchmaking history, featuring a stunning sunburst-textured dial that radiates outward from the center, catching the light in a mesmerizing way. Raised gold numerals add warmth and depth, beautifully complementing the intricate grooves of the dial. Adding to its character, the sub-seconds dial at six o’clock features a smooth, recessed finish, creating a striking contrast against the textured background. This layering effect enhances the depth and elegance of the watch, making it an eye-catching statement piece.
At the heart of this timepiece is a 23-jewel Hamilton movement, one of the most advanced pocket watch calibers of its time. A higher jewel count, like the 23 found in this movement, signifies exceptional durability and precision, as the synthetic ruby bearings reduce friction and improve long-term accuracy. The gold-toned gears and meticulously finished bridges add to the beauty of this movement, making it a joy to admire through the caseback.
Encased in a 47mm sandblasted stainless steel case, this watch pairs industrial strength with refined design. The smooth sandblasted bezel and bronze knurled crown add a vintage-inspired contrast, while the cognac leather strap brings out the warm hues of the dial. This piece is more than just a timekeeper—it’s a window into the craftsmanship of the early 20th century, preserved and elevated for the modern era.
Manufactured in 1928, this watch was created during a period of rapid innovation in American manufacturing. That same year, the world saw the debut of Amelia Earhart’s transatlantic flight, marking a major milestone in aviation history—an industry that, like watchmaking, depended on precision engineering and relentless innovation. This timepiece is a true testament to the ingenuity of its era.
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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.
