The Springfield 078 (45mm)
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The Springfield 078 (45mm)

The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)
The Springfield 078 (45mm)

Watch Description

What makes the Springfield 078 unique: The Springfield 078 showcases a beautifully restored Illinois movement, originally produced in 1925 by the Illinois Watch Company. This Grade 405, 17-jewel movement, noted for its gold-capped jewel settings, was designed for precision, often used in railroad watches of the era. What makes this piece truly unique is the "Silver Medal" inscription on the movement, referencing an award won by Illinois at the 1889 Paris Exposition, a testament to the company’s excellence in craftsmanship.

Encased in a steel case with a machined finish, the watch merges vintage elegance with modern innovation. The smooth bronze bezel and knurled polished steel crown add refined details, all machined in-house, reflecting Vortic’s attention to craftsmanship. The patinaed silvered dial, heat-blued Gothic hands, and gold-accented sub-dial complete the historical charm, echoing the watch’s original style.

Paired with a 22mm American-made brown leather strap, the Springfield 078 carries nearly a century of American history, blending antique craftsmanship with modern ingenuity. It’s not just a timepiece; it’s a collector’s item—a functional piece of art.

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
  • Model Year: 2024
  • Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
  • Case Dimensions:
    • Diameter: 45mm
    • Thickness: 12mm
    • Lug to Lug: 55mm
    • Lug Width: 22mm
  • Case Material: Tumbled Titanium Case
  • Crown/Hardware: Titanium
  • Water Resistance: 1 ATM
  • Crystals: Sapphire
  • Case Back: Stainless Steel
  • Strap: Leather

Movement

  • Manufacturer: Illinois Watch Company
  • Serial Number: 
  • Manufacture Year: 1925
  • Function: Manual Wind
  • Jewels: 17 Jewels
  • Hands: Original
  • Size: 12s
  • Power Reserve: ~36 Hours

What makes the Springfield 078 unique: The Springfield 078 showcases a beautifully restored Illinois movement, originally produced in 1925 by the Illinois Watch Company. This Grade 405, 17-jewel movement, noted for its gold-capped jewel settings, was designed for precision, often used in railroad watches of the era. What makes this piece truly unique is the "Silver Medal" inscription on the movement, referencing an award won by Illinois at the 1889 Paris Exposition, a testament to the company’s excellence in craftsmanship.

Encased in a steel case with a machined finish, the watch merges vintage elegance with modern innovation. The smooth bronze bezel and knurled polished steel crown add refined details, all machined in-house, reflecting Vortic’s attention to craftsmanship. The patinaed silvered dial, heat-blued Gothic hands, and gold-accented sub-dial complete the historical charm, echoing the watch’s original style.

Paired with a 22mm American-made brown leather strap, the Springfield 078 carries nearly a century of American history, blending antique craftsmanship with modern ingenuity. It’s not just a timepiece; it’s a collector’s item—a functional piece of art.

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