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 $499 median for the category.

All SEL Instrument watchesWatch field watchesUnder $3,000MicrobrandGrade 5 titaniumTitanium bracelet available
Price
$2,885
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
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
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
None
Finish technology
Natural finish
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
22mm strap adapters on standard SeL lugs, or the Grade 5 titanium WavLock bracelet
Matching bracelet
Optional (or strap)
Crystal
Sapphire
Availability
Offered
Status
Current, first released 2021; several configurations show sold at the maker store
Not published
Reference, Thickness, Lug-to-lug, Water resistance, Weight, Caliber, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Caseback, Display back, Dial, Lume
High confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: SEL Instrument, FTX product page
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of 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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