1940

SPITFIRE

1940

Dive into history.

The Col&MacArthur Spitfire 1940 watch commemorates one of the most decisive air battles of the Second World War. With its Spitfire-inspired design, it pays tribute to the heroes of the Royal Air Force and their historic victory.

The dial's flat-panel architecture is inspired by a speedometer from the Spitfire cockpit. A nod to British aeronautical engineering, where every detail served performance.

The target rotates clockwise, indicating the exact time, much like the hour hand of a conventional watch.

The mobile "marker " , integrated into the watch,
rotates clockwise to indicate the minutes. This block moves along an internal counter graduated from 0 to 60, representing the minutes of an hour. When it reaches the position corresponding to the number 60, it means that the hour is full.

A design inspired by the heritage of the Spitfire.

A design inspired by the heritage of the Spitfire.

The aesthetic of the Spitfire 1940 watch is directly inspired by the cockpit of the legendary Spitfire, an iconic aircraft of the Battle of Britain. Every detail of the meticulously crafted dial echoes the air speed sensor that equipped the aircraft. Its design, faithful to the colors and structure of the original instrument, conveys the elegance and robustness of this warplane, while incorporating elements that recall the contribution of the women of the Women Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF). The WAAF block, which surrounds the inner dial, testifies to the crucial role played by these women in this historic battle. It is a perfect balance between heritage and modernity, where each component evokes the deep connection between technology and history.

“Never in the history of human conflict have so many owed so much to so few.”

— Winston Churchill, August 20, 1940

Precision in the image of History, quartz in the service of memory.

Precision in the image of History, quartz in the service of memory.

This watch is part of the “Battlefront” universe. Powered by a high-quality quartz movement, it offers flawless precision, an essential characteristic to honor the role of measuring instruments in crucial moments in history. The collection, limited to 1,940 numbered pieces, embodies the spirit of battle through every second. The quartz movement, like the mechanical devices that have survived the decades, guarantees reliability and accuracy that honor the memory of the events it commemorates. From the construction of the case to the details of the dial, every element of the watch has been designed to mark the uniqueness of this edition and its connection to a past that remains etched in the present.

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Technical description

The Swiss quartz movement of the Normtech line, caliber 703, powers this model with remarkable precision. Featuring 5 jewels and a gold finish, this 10 1/2-ligne caliber ensures reliability and performance, while offering understated elegance.

The 43mm case, with a thickness of 12.65mm, is made of SS 316L stainless steel, a material combining robustness and elegance. Its matte black coating gives it a modern and subtle look. Protected by a sapphire crystal, this case is water-resistant to 5 ATM and has a 20mm lug width, offering optimal resistance while maintaining a perfect aesthetic.

The 316L stainless steel caseback features a polished finish that underscores the piece's understated elegance. Its clip-on closure mechanism ensures a secure fit while preserving the overall simplicity and finesse.

The 316L stainless steel bracelet, with a matte black coating, combines robustness with understated elegance. It comfortably fits wrists between 170 and 220 mm, offering the perfect balance between style and durability.

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