{"product_id":"the-lancaster-098-45mm","title":"The Lancaster 098 (45mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes the Lancaster 098 unique: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Lancaster 098 strikes a balance between rich historical detail and modern craftsmanship. The dial immediately captures attention with its intricate textures: a concentric pattern within the sub-seconds register, a center field adorned with delicate leaf-like engravings, and bold numerals that create a timeless aesthetic. Set against a softly patinaed gold background, a pair of blued steel arrow hands sweep across the dial, adding a striking color contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its heart beats a 17-jewel Hamilton movement, originally crafted in 1925 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Visible through the exhibition caseback, the movement features beautifully decorated bridges with Geneva striping and expertly finished edges. Gold-plated gears shimmer between the plates, offering a glimpse into the incredible engineering that defined the golden era of American watchmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe preserved this mechanical marvel inside a machined stainless steel case, showcasing the natural machining marks that give it a perceptibly industrial character. The angular, machined bezel adds a crisp frame around the dial, while a knurled, machined-steel crown brings a robust and functional finishing touch. Paired with a navy American-made leather strap, the overall design feels both grounded and refined.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe movement inside the Lancaster 098 was originally manufactured in 1925—the same year Walter Chrysler founded the Chrysler Corporation, reshaping the American automotive industry with a commitment to engineering excellence and innovative design. In much the same spirit, this timepiece celebrates ingenuity, strength, and the enduring artistry of American manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vortic Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50683797963053,"sku":null,"price":3700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1710\/0345\/files\/VORTIC-LANCASTER-WOTD2025-03-098_30717.jpg?v=1745892074","url":"https:\/\/vorticwatches.mom\/products\/the-lancaster-098-45mm","provider":"Vortic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}