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Although automatic, the movement also allows for \u003cstrong\u003emanual hand-winding\u003c\/strong\u003e for added versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A-17 belongs to a family of military-inspired watches, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA-11:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on the WWII USAAF pilot's watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGG-W-113:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspired by the Vietnam War-era models of the 1960s and 1970s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty satin-finish case\u003c\/strong\u003e made from \u003cstrong\u003e316L stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, the watch includes key features such as a \u003cstrong\u003ehacking function\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esweep second hand\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLuminova markings and hands\u003c\/strong\u003e for nighttime visibility, and a \u003cstrong\u003eblack dial\u003c\/strong\u003e that remains true to its military roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lineage of these watches began in January 2009, when MWC was commissioned by a U.S. veterans association to recreate the GG-W-113 model. Originally produced by Hamilton, Bulova, and Benrus during the Vietnam War, the GG-W-113 was reproduced with a fully-jeweled hand-wound movement that matched the original specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing its success, the association requested the A-11, a WWII-era watch. Finally, MWC completed the lineup with the A-17, bridging the gap between the 1940s A-11 and the 1960s GG-W-113. 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Key advantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire crystals undergo heat treatment during manufacturing to eliminate internal stresses, significantly improving durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShatter and Scratch Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for military, police, and outdoor enthusiasts who demand reliability under adverse conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Reflective Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Applied in two layers, enhancing legibility in various lighting conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo provide perspective, over 90% of cracked watch crystals involve mineral glass, even when hardened. Sapphire crystals, by contrast, are far more resistant to such incidents. These benefits come at a premium, which is why sapphire is typically found in high-end timepieces—and now, even in modern devices like iPhones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A-17’s \u003cstrong\u003ebox sapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e preserves the vintage aesthetic while delivering modern performance, making it an excellent choice for collectors and active users alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe A-17 pays tribute to the original design while incorporating modern enhancements, including a 24-jewel NH35 automatic movement with a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. 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