Spitfire 1940 Watch

Designed as a faithful replica of the Spitfire's speedometer, this watch reveals a multi-plate architecture, meticulously reproducing the flight mechanics and instruments of the British cockpit.

Powered by the Swiss Sellita caliber SW200-1, this watch embodies watchmaking excellence. Its automatic mechanical movement, equipped with 26 jewels, oscillates at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour) and offers a power reserve of 38 hours, thus guaranteeing precise and consistent timekeeping. This 11 1/2-ligne caliber, renowned for its reliability and robustness, elegantly combines Swiss watchmaking tradition with contemporary performance, for a unique experience on the wrist.

The case, with a diameter of 43 mm and a thickness of 12.65 mm, is carefully crafted from 316L steel, an alloy renowned for its robustness and unfailing durability. Its matte black finish gives it a decidedly modern and discreet look, blending perfectly with any style. Protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, this case offers exceptional resistance to shocks and scratches. It also benefits from water resistance up to 5 ATM and a 20 mm lug width, ensuring optimal solidity while preserving a refined and impeccable aesthetic. This choice of materials and finishes guarantees the watch remarkable longevity, without compromising on elegance.

The caseback, crafted from 316L stainless steel, features a matte black finish that subtly highlights the watch's understated elegance. This choice of material not only ensures high corrosion resistance, but also gives the entire case a sophisticated and timeless look. Featuring a screw-down closure system, the caseback guarantees a secure and reliable fit, while preserving the simplicity and finesse of the design, for a practical and refined experience. In addition, it is fitted with a transparent sapphire crystal, allowing you to admire the movement and appreciate the mechanical beauty of the watch at every moment.

Mounted on a black leather strap, which combines flexibility and robustness thanks to 316L steel, your watch stands out with an elegance that is both discreet and refined. Equipped with a double folding clasp, this strap offers optimal comfort and a secure fit, with an adjustable length from 180 to 220 mm.

The version, crafted entirely from 316L stainless steel and enhanced by a matte black finish, embodies modernity and solidity. Designed to last, this finish guarantees a pleasant and serene wearing experience, supported by a double-security folding clasp, ideal for everyday use.

Yes, the Spitfire Quartz 1940 watch is a limited edition of 1,940 pieces, a direct reference to the year of the Battle of Britain. Also available in an automatic version of 500 pieces.

The dial of the Spitfire 1940 is directly inspired by the airspeed indicator in the cockpit of the famous aircraft. Reading the time is intuitive: the central hand indicates the minutes, the hours are displayed in a central rotating disc, where a fixed white marker (located at noon) points to the current time.

The estimated delivery time is indicated on the checkout page, just below the selected delivery method. Typically, it takes approximately 10 business days. If you require urgent delivery, please contact our customer service by phone at +32 460 22 67 87.

All our watches come with a two-year warranty. This warranty covers any manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. Because a Col&McArthur watch is designed to stand the test of time.

All our watches are assembled in our workshop in Belgium by certified and trained watchmakers. Each piece undergoes rigorous inspection to ensure the proper functioning, precision, and lasting quality of your watch.