{"product_id":"the-springfield-182-45mm","title":"The Springfield 182 (45mm)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes The Springfield 182 Unique:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Springfield 182 immediately stands apart through a dial that feels both refined and exuberant, showcasing the kind of decorative craftsmanship that defined Illinois during the early 1920s. Built around a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1922, this watch comes from a period when the company was producing some of its most visually distinctive movements and dials. While its movement delivers the dependable precision collectors expect from Illinois, it is the remarkable dial that gives this piece its unmistakable identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe centerpiece is an ornate gilt medallion that dominates the upper half of the dial. A finely engraved floral border surrounds a vertically striped engine-turned center, creating an extraordinary level of depth and texture rarely encountered on surviving examples. Framing this intricate centerpiece are oversized black Arabic numerals with graceful Art Deco styling that remain crisp against the softly aged silver dial. Original blued open-circle hands sweep elegantly across the face, while the recessed sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock completes the balanced, classically American layout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurning the watch over reveals the beautifully preserved 17-jewel Illinois movement beneath the sapphire crystal. Wide Geneva stripes stretch across the bridges, complemented by polished winding wheels, gold jewel settings, and a blued regulator assembly that immediately capture the eye. The open bridge architecture provides an unobstructed view of the exposed gear train and balance, allowing the mechanical artistry of this century-old movement to remain fully visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Springfield 182 is housed in Vortic's 45mm machined 316L stainless steel Springfield case, paired with a sandblasted stainless steel bezel that introduces a subtle matte contrast to the polished surfaces. A machined stainless steel crown reinforces the industrial character of the case, while the American-made Black Cordovan leather strap adds understated elegance that allows the dial to remain the unquestioned focal point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Springfield 182 is a celebration of decorative American watchmaking. Its uncommon engraved gilt centerpiece, distinctive Art Deco numerals, and beautifully finished Illinois movement create a watch that offers collectors something increasingly difficult to find: an original dial whose artistry is every bit as compelling as the mechanics beneath it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vortic Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52269339869485,"sku":null,"price":4600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1710\/0345\/files\/1_2fad0b5a-95a7-450a-842d-1b40f9030bf1.png?v=1785516006","url":"https:\/\/vorticwatches.com\/products\/the-springfield-182-45mm","provider":"Vortic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}