Vortic Watch Co

The Chicago 120 is powered by a 17-jewel Elgin movement manufactured in 1928 and distinguished by a beautifully engraved center dial that immediately sets it apart from more conventional examples. The intricate floral medallion, bold Arabic numerals, and striking blued-steel hands create a layered and highly collectible design that reflects the artistry of American pocket watch manufacturing during its golden era.

Visible through the exhibition caseback, the movement showcases decorative damaskeening, gold jewel settings, and the exposed balance assembly that brings the watch to life. Housed within Vortic’s 45mm sandblasted stainless steel case and paired with a black leather strap, the Chicago 120 combines mechanical heritage, decorative craftsmanship, and nearly a century of American watchmaking history.

The Lancaster 135 is powered by a 17-jewel Hamilton Grade 917 movement manufactured in 1939 and showcases the refined design language that helped make Hamilton one of America’s most respected watchmakers. Its warm ivory dial features applied gold-tone Arabic numerals, elegant spade-style hands, and a recessed sub-seconds register that create a clean, balanced appearance with remarkable vintage character.

Visible through the exhibition caseback, the Grade 917 movement displays broad Geneva striping, gold jewel settings, polished components, and Hamilton’s distinctive spiral-pattern winding wheel. Housed within Vortic’s 43mm sandblasted stainless steel case and paired with a black cordovan strap, the Lancaster 135 combines mechanical craftsmanship, understated elegance, and nearly a century of American watchmaking history.

The Lancaster 134 is powered by a Hamilton 917 movement manufactured in 1942, a period when Hamilton was producing some of America’s most respected precision timepieces. Its remarkably clean ivory dial features applied bronze-toned Arabic numerals, gilt hands, a railroad-style minute track, and a recessed sub-seconds register that together create an elegant and highly legible presentation.

Visible through the exhibition caseback, the 17-jewel movement showcases Hamilton’s signature striped finishing, polished components, gold-toned gearing, and an “Adjusted 3 Positions” designation that reflects its focus on dependable accuracy. Housed in Vortic’s 43mm machined stainless steel case and paired with a cognac leather strap, the Lancaster 134 offers a refined interpretation of American watchmaking history in a versatile modern size.

The Chicago 118 is powered by a 17-jewel Elgin movement manufactured in 1923 and distinguished by a remarkably clean white dial accented with vivid cobalt-blue numerals, minute markers, and sub-seconds scale. Elegant elongated Arabic numerals and blued-steel hands give the watch a refined appearance that feels both distinctly vintage and surprisingly modern.

Visible through the exhibition caseback, the movement showcases elaborate damaskeening, gold-toned gearing, and an exposed balance assembly that highlight Elgin’s commitment to both performance and craftsmanship. Housed in Vortic’s 45mm sandblasted stainless steel case and paired with a navy leather strap, the Chicago 118 offers a unique blend of American watchmaking history, mechanical artistry, and uncommon visual character.

The Springfield 176 features an extraordinary naturally aged Illinois dial whose deep bronze and charcoal patina creates a completely unique appearance that could never be replicated. Custom lumed hands and perimeter hour markers add modern nighttime legibility while preserving the watch’s vintage character, creating a striking contrast between antique aesthetics and contemporary functionality.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1923 showcases striped finishing, visible gold-toned gearing, jewel settings, and the engraved “The Autocrat” designation through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s fully machined bronze case with a matching bronze crown and finished with an oxblood cordovan strap, the Springfield 176 is a watch defined by character, craftsmanship, and the beauty of natural aging.

The Lancaster 133 features a warm silver dial accented by applied gold-tone hour markers, matching hands, and a clean outer minute track that reflects the refined design language of the 1930s. A recessed sub-seconds register preserves the original pocket watch proportions while maintaining the dial’s elegant simplicity.

Inside, a 17-jewel Hamilton movement manufactured in 1936 showcases striped finishing, visible gold-toned gearing, and jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with a polished bezel, pre-patina bronze crown, and black leather strap, the Lancaster 133 combines Hamilton’s renowned precision with a distinctly Art Deco-inspired aesthetic.

The Springfield 177 features a warm honey-gold dial accented by bold black Arabic numerals and elegant blued open-circle hands that give the watch a refined early twentieth-century character. A recessed sub-seconds register maintains the proportions of the original pocket watch design while allowing the dial’s natural aging and coloration to remain the focal point.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1921 showcases striped finishing, polished gearing, and ruby jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case and paired with a black Cordovan leather strap, the Springfield 177 combines mechanical craftsmanship with understated visual character earned over more than a century.

The Springfield 175 features a naturally aged silver-toned dial with dramatic edge patina, bold black Arabic numerals, and an engraved central medallion with ornate scrollwork surrounding the Illinois signature. Elegant blued hands and a recessed sub-seconds register preserve the proportions and character of the original pocket watch design.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1926 showcases striped finishing, visible gearing, and ruby jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with a tumbled G5 titanium bezel and brown leather strap, the Springfield 175 blends mechanical craftsmanship with over a century of earned character.

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The Chicago 117 features a warm ivory dial with bold black Arabic numerals, sculpted blued Louis-style hands, and a recessed sub-seconds register that preserves the proportions of the original pocket watch design. Subtle natural aging across the dial adds depth and character while maintaining a clean and highly legible appearance.

Inside, a 17-jewel Elgin movement manufactured in 1922 showcases brushed finishing, visible gold-toned gearing, and ruby jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with a sandblasted bezel, pre-patinated bronze crown, and brown leather strap, the Chicago 117 balances early American craftsmanship with an understated contemporary presence.

The Cleveland 005 features a warm ivory textured dial with bold black Arabic numerals, ornate blued openwork hands, and a recessed sub-seconds register that preserves the proportions of the original pocket watch design.

Inside, a 19-jewel Ball movement manufactured in 1926 showcases striped damaskeening, polished steel components, and gold-toned gears through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s black DLC-coated titanium V2 case and paired with a black cordovan strap, the Cleveland 005 combines railroad-grade precision with a darker interpretation of American watchmaking history.