The Springfield 218 is the 218th 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.

What makes the Springfield 318 Unique: The silver and gold dynamic on this watch is one of our favorite looks! The dial has an almost concrete color which balances the gold numerals along with the silver of our machined titanium case. The dial is concrete in color and even has the grainy texture of concrete as well! Paired with the natural patina on the numerals and hands, this aesthetic occurs naturally over time and could not be produced by hand. We chose a Mojave band and gold crown to accentuate the brighter features and contrast with the cooler tones of the dial and case. This "Time King" movement was produced in 1925 in Springfield, Illinois - the same year that Tri-State Tornado rampaged through Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana!

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