{"product_id":"the-springfield-078-45mm-1","title":"The Springfield 078 (45mm)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes The Springfield 078 Unique:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Springfield 078 is defined by clarity, balance, and purposeful design. Its bright white Silver Medal dial presents a clean, highly legible layout, framed by bold black Arabic numerals and a precise railroad minute track around the perimeter. At 6 o’clock, a recessed sub-seconds dial adds depth and symmetry, reinforcing the instrument-like aesthetic these dials were known for. We preserved the original blued-steel hands, whose deep blue tone contrasts crisply against the dial, while custom-applied lume on both the hands and select indices enhances low-light readability without disrupting the watch’s vintage character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, this watch is powered by a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1920, originally paired with the Silver Medal dial as a matched set. These movements were respected for their reliability and careful finishing, and through the open caseback you’ll find Geneva-striped bridges, polished steel components, and gold-plated gears that catch the light as the movement runs. The pairing of dial and movement reflects a thoughtful balance between precision, durability, and refined craftsmanship. The movement is also marked “silver medal,” which is something we don’t see often!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe case is machined from stainless steel and finished cleanly to complement the crisp dial, with a smooth bronze bezel adding a subtle warmth that echoes early 20th-century pocket watch design. A knurled polished-steel crown provides tactile grip while maintaining a period-correct profile. The watch is finished with a chocolate-toned leather strap that grounds the bright dial and bronze bezel, giving the piece a confident, versatile presence on the wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1920, American watchmakers were refining standards of precision as wristwatches began gaining broader acceptance beyond the pocket. That same year, the Illinois Watch Company continued producing dependable, high-quality movements designed for accuracy and everyday reliability—values that are clearly reflected in the Silver Medal line. The Springfield 078 carries that legacy forward, preserving a moment when American watchmaking was evolving while still holding firmly to its roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vortic Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51832197939501,"sku":null,"price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1710\/0345\/files\/1_ada29ca1-e613-4ad6-afb6-95563e198929.png?v=1771459864","url":"https:\/\/vorticwatches.mom\/products\/the-springfield-078-45mm-1","provider":"Vortic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}