Watch Description
What makes the Springfield 115 unique: The Springfield 115 is a refined union of early 20th-century railroad precision and modern craftsmanship. Powered by an original 1922 Illinois Watch Company movement, this timepiece pays homage to the era when accuracy was paramount, and railroads demanded the finest timekeeping. The pristine white porcelain dial is adorned with bold black numerals and a subtle outer minute track, evoking the precision required for rail schedules. Delicate blue steel hands sweep across the dial, while the “Santa Fe Special” script reminds us of the proud partnership between timekeeping and the great American railways. A classic subdial at six o’clock punctuates the design with a perfect balance of form and function.
Beneath the dial lies a 21-jewel manual-wind movement, crafted in Springfield, Illinois—a hub of American watchmaking excellence. In 1922, as this movement came to life, the nation celebrated the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring one of America’s greatest leaders. Just as that monument stands as a testament to resilience and unity, this watch stands as a tribute to the precision and craftsmanship that defined American industry.
Encased in tumbled titanium, the Springfield 115 balances rugged durability with understated elegance. The knurled crown at 3 o'clock offers a different winding experience than most Vortic watches, while the American-made blue leather strap provides a contemporary pop of color, complementing the blue steel hands. The Springfield 115 is more than a timepiece; it is a piece of American history, built to be worn and cherished for generations.
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.
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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: Tumbled Titanium
- Crown/Hardware: Stainless Steel
- Water Resistance: 1 ATM
- Crystals: Sapphire
- Case Back: Stainless Steel
- Strap: Leather
Movement
- Manufacturer: Illinois Watch Company
- Serial Number: 4144776
- Manufacture Year: 1922
- Function: Manual Wind
- Jewels: 21 Jewels
- Hands: Original
- Size: 12s
- Power Reserve: ~36 Hours
What makes the Springfield 115 unique: The Springfield 115 is a refined union of early 20th-century railroad precision and modern craftsmanship. Powered by an original 1922 Illinois Watch Company movement, this timepiece pays homage to the era when accuracy was paramount, and railroads demanded the finest timekeeping. The pristine white porcelain dial is adorned with bold black numerals and a subtle outer minute track, evoking the precision required for rail schedules. Delicate blue steel hands sweep across the dial, while the “Santa Fe Special” script reminds us of the proud partnership between timekeeping and the great American railways. A classic subdial at six o’clock punctuates the design with a perfect balance of form and function.
Beneath the dial lies a 21-jewel manual-wind movement, crafted in Springfield, Illinois—a hub of American watchmaking excellence. In 1922, as this movement came to life, the nation celebrated the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring one of America’s greatest leaders. Just as that monument stands as a testament to resilience and unity, this watch stands as a tribute to the precision and craftsmanship that defined American industry.
Encased in tumbled titanium, the Springfield 115 balances rugged durability with understated elegance. The knurled crown at 3 o'clock offers a different winding experience than most Vortic watches, while the American-made blue leather strap provides a contemporary pop of color, complementing the blue steel hands. The Springfield 115 is more than a timepiece; it is a piece of American history, built to be worn and cherished for generations.
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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.
