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Vortic Rockford

The Vortic Rockford is a 45 mm bronze dress watch with a Rockford 12-size hand-wound movement.

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Price
$4,200
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
Bronze (grade not stated)
Water resistance
10 m
Type
Dress
Case diameter
45.0 mm
Thickness
12 mm
Lug-to-lug
55 mm
Origin
United States
Movement
Manual wind, restored antique American pocket-watch movement (varies by piece)
Caliber
Rockford 12-size (antique, varies by piece)
Power reserve
~36 h
Complications
Time only
Surface treatment
Brushed
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap
Crystal
Sapphire (front and display back)
Display back
Yes
Dial
Varies by piece; original antique dials
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (between batches). One-of-one numbered pieces; one bronze example so far (Rockford 006, 2025), sold out at 2026-10-04. Earlier Rockford pieces were titanium and recent ones stainless steel.
Not published
Reference, Weight, Colour, Hardness, Construction, Matching bracelet, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Oct 2026 Source: Vortic Watch Company, Rockford 006 (maker)
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case of the Vortic Rockford 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 steel, not titanium.

What size is the Vortic Rockford?

The case is 45 mm across, 12 mm thick and 55 mm from lug to lug. It is water resistant to 10 m.

How much does the Vortic Rockford cost, and is it available?

It is in production, at a list price of $4,200.

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