The Springfield 390 (46mm)

The Springfield 390 (46mm)

The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (46mm)
The Springfield 390 (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 Illinois Watch Company. We call this model "The Springfield" because the company was located in Springfield, Illinois.

The Springfield 390 is the 390th one-of-a-kind piece in Vortic's "Springfield" line of the American Artisan Series. This watch contains the original movement (timepiece), dial (face), and hands from a vintage (1880’s – 1950’s) pocket watch. The American Artisan Series is a line of fully American Made wristwatches powered by restored, U.S. made pocket watch movements.

Today’s Watch of the Day is the Springfield 390! This watch boasts a decorated and ornate silver dial that blends perfectly with our gunmetal titanium case. Its elegance is easy to see, with the unique design features on the dial, the blue steel hands, and unusual dark, black numerals. We capped it off with a nickel-plated crown and stone straps. We were lucky enough to be able to bring yet another beautiful Autocrat movement into this watch and continue to marvel at just how great these movements look. This movement was the top-tier model from the Illinois watch company at the time. A machined circular pattern on the center bridge plate extends out into a sunburst and continually draws your eye to the different design elements of this watch. Rose gold gears, silver hardware, and a brass balance wheel with double roller escapement dawn this movement. This watch was originally manufactured in Springfield, Illinois in 1926 by the Illinois watch company. In November of this same year, the United States officially established the numbered highway system, including the world-famous Route 66.

1926

4745897

Case Style:More info coming soon.

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 from the Illinois Watch Company. 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: 2021
  • Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
  • Case Dimensions: 
    • Diameter: 46mm
    • Height: 12mm
    • Lug-to-Lug: 55mm
    • Lugs: 22mm
  • Case Finish: See Description
  • Crown/Hardware: Nickel Plated
  • Water Resistance: 1 ATM
  • Crystals: Gorilla Glass
  • Case Back: Stainless Steel
  • Strap: Leather

Movement

  • Manufacturer: Illinois Watch Company
  • Serial Number: 
  • Manufacture Year: 
  • 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

The Springfield 390 is the 390th one-of-a-kind piece in Vortic's "Springfield" line of the American Artisan Series. This watch contains the original movement (timepiece), dial (face), and hands from a vintage (1880’s – 1950’s) pocket watch. The American Artisan Series is a line of fully American Made wristwatches powered by restored, U.S. made pocket watch movements.

Today’s Watch of the Day is the Springfield 390! This watch boasts a decorated and ornate silver dial that blends perfectly with our gunmetal titanium case. Its elegance is easy to see, with the unique design features on the dial, the blue steel hands, and unusual dark, black numerals. We capped it off with a nickel-plated crown and stone straps. We were lucky enough to be able to bring yet another beautiful Autocrat movement into this watch and continue to marvel at just how great these movements look. This movement was the top-tier model from the Illinois watch company at the time. A machined circular pattern on the center bridge plate extends out into a sunburst and continually draws your eye to the different design elements of this watch. Rose gold gears, silver hardware, and a brass balance wheel with double roller escapement dawn this movement. This watch was originally manufactured in Springfield, Illinois in 1926 by the Illinois watch company. In November of this same year, the United States officially established the numbered highway system, including the world-famous Route 66.

1926

4745897

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