{"product_id":"the-lancaster-107-45mm","title":"The Lancaster 107 (45mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes the Lancaster 107 unique:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eThe Lancaster 107 combines rugged character with clean, confident design. Its cream-toned dial is speckled with a soft grainy texture, giving it a weathered warmth that contrasts beautifully with the bold, jet-black numerals. Those numerals are thick and uniform, lending visual strength and a vintage field-watch appeal. A rare and eye-catching secometer-style gauge positioned at 6 o’clock, where only a segment of the seconds dial is visible—adds a unique visual rhythm to the piece. Floating above this purposeful dial are polished black diamond kite hands—solid, sharp, and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eAt its heart, this watch houses a 17-jewel Hamilton movement originally manufactured in 1934. The open caseback reveals an immaculate layout: deep Geneva stripes running in perfect parallel across the bridges, flanked by gold-plated gears and highly polished screws. The two large mainspring barrels emphasize its power reserve capacity and strong mechanical performance, reflecting the excellence of American watchmaking in the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eWe encased this historical movement in a machined stainless steel case, accented with an angled titanium bezel that subtly shifts in tone depending on the light. A knurled machined titanium crown adds tactile texture, while the chocolate-toned leather strap brings warmth and balance to the overall palette. The result is a piece that feels powerful yet grounded—classic in function, modern in form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eIn 1934, the same year this movement was produced, the American economy showed signs of recovery from the Great Depression. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) was established under President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal, aiming to revitalize the housing market and stabilize the banking system. Just like this timepiece, it was a moment rooted in resilience and renewed confidence—hallmarks of American ingenuity.\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":50938363543853,"sku":null,"price":3400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1710\/0345\/files\/LANCASTER-2025-07-107_0074.jpg?v=1752183325","url":"https:\/\/vorticwatches.mom\/products\/the-lancaster-107-45mm","provider":"Vortic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}