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Vortic Military Edition 2022 Special Edition

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The Vortic Military Edition 2022 Special Edition was a 49 mm bronze field watch with an Elgin 581 GCT hand-wound movement. At 49 mm across, no other bronze field watch in the guide is larger, out of 39. It is no longer made, so this page is a reference for buying one used.

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Price
$12,000
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
Bronze (grade not stated)
Water resistance
10 m
Type
Field
Case diameter
49.0 mm
Origin
United States
Movement
Manual wind, antique military navigator pocket-watch movement, gold plated, with hacking seconds
Caliber
Elgin 581 GCT (antique; the maker spec table reads Hamilton)
Power reserve
~36 h
Complications
Time only
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (bracelet, strap, or clasp hardware not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Two straps: military canvas with leather backing, and brown bison leather (24 mm)
Crystal
Domed German glass front, Gorilla Glass display back
Display back
Yes
Dial
Antique military dial (varies by piece)
Availability
No longer offered
Status
Special edition released 2022-11-11 alongside the annual Military Edition; sold out
Not published
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case of the Vortic Military Edition 2022 Special Edition made of?

The case is bronze (grade not stated). The guide has not yet confirmed it on the maker's own page. The caseback is titanium.

What size is the Vortic Military Edition 2022 Special Edition?

The case is 49 mm across. It is water resistant to 10 m.

How much does the Vortic Military Edition 2022 Special Edition cost, and is it available?

It is no longer made, so the only way to buy one is used. Its list price when it was in production was $12,000.

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