{"product_id":"mwc-classic-1950s-1960s-pattern-25-jewel-automatic-adventurer-watch-with-retro-luminous-paint-sapphire-crystal-and-1960s-pattern-bracelet-1","title":"MWC Classic 1950s\/1960s Pattern 25 Jewel Automatic \"Adventurer\" Watch with 200m Water Resistance and Retro Luminous Paint, Sapphire Crystal and 1960s Pattern Bracelet","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSKU Code: RE25J\/54BL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch is based on a 1950s\/1960s pattern exploration and adventurer watch. It features a box sapphire crystal that closely resembles the original plexiglass crystal. The movement is a Ronda R 150 or equivalent, a sophisticated 25-jewel automatic movement with an impressive frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz). This precision-crafted mechanism boasts a substantial 38-hour power reserve, ensuring enduring performance. Notably, it is equipped with hacking and hand-winding capabilities, exemplifying both efficiency and convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch uses Luminova instead of the Tritium that was used in the 1960s. The main advantage of Luminova is that, unlike Tritium, it does not deteriorate with age and is non-radioactive. This variant features paint that mimics the appearance of aged Tritium paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch measures 39mm in diameter and comes fitted with a matching steel bracelet, designed to visually resemble the type of bracelets used in the 1960s. It also works well with a wide variety of NATO straps, as seen in images shared by a serving air force officer who owns one of these watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDimensions and Specifications:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Excluding Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Including Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e 39.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness (with Crystal):\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200m \/ 660ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Jewel Ronda R 150 or equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw-down locking crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaseback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire Crystal *\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luminova\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20mm Retro Pattern Stainless Steel Bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of Sapphire Crystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many people ask about the advantages of sapphire crystal over the original plexiglass. Synthetic sapphire is by far the best material for watch crystals due to its strength, shatter-resistance, and scratch-resistance. These characteristics make it highly appealing to military and security personnel, police officers, and people who lead active outdoor lifestyles—groups that account for over 70% of our customers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original plexiglass crystals, made of plastic\/acrylic, used in the 1960s had the drawback of being easily scratched and susceptible to cracking upon impact. Additionally, they greatly limited the water resistance of the watch. Over 90% of cracked crystal incidents involve watches with mineral glass or plexiglass. Even hardened mineral crystals do not match sapphire's durability under adverse conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapphire crystals are strong because they are heat-treated to remove internal stresses, which can cause weakness. The crystals are then made into watch faces and coated with two layers of anti-reflective material. Interestingly, sapphire crystal is now used on the latest iPhones. While sapphire crystal comes at a higher price, it is typically found in higher-end watches due to its superior durability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46815251202378,"sku":"RE25J\/54BL","price":545.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1140\/1866\/files\/RE25J_54BL23-09-MWC-RE25J54BL-FRONT-Web-1500.jpg?v=1695908567","url":"https:\/\/mwcwatches.com\/ca\/products\/mwc-classic-1950s-1960s-pattern-25-jewel-automatic-adventurer-watch-with-retro-luminous-paint-sapphire-crystal-and-1960s-pattern-bracelet-1","provider":"MWC - Military Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}