The Titanium Field Guide

SEL Instrument FTX S1 42mm

The SEL Instrument FTX S1 42mm is a current-production field watch with a Grade 5 titanium case. It is priced well above the $550 median for the category.

Titanium field watchesUnder $3,000MicrobrandGrade 5 titaniumTitanium bracelet available
Price
$2,885
Titanium
Grade 5
Type
Field
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Origin
United States
Movement
Automatic or Swiss temperature-compensated high-accuracy quartz, offered as configuration options
Complications
Time only
Case shape
Round
Case colour
Natural / grey
Finish technology
Natural finish
Surface treatment
None
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
22mm strap adapters on standard SeL lugs, or the Grade 5 titanium WavLock bracelet
Titanium bracelet
Optional (or strap)
Crystal
Sapphire
Availability
Offered
Status
Current, first released 2021; several configurations show sold at the maker store
Not published
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High confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: SEL Instrument, FTX product page Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What grade of titanium is the SEL Instrument FTX S1 42mm?

The SEL Instrument FTX S1 42mm has a Grade 5 titanium case. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the SEL Instrument FTX S1 42mm?

It is 42.0 mm in diameter.

How much does the SEL Instrument FTX S1 42mm cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $2,885.

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