{"product_id":"the-springfield-133-45mm","title":"The Springfield 133 (45mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes the Springfield 133 unique:  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Springfield 133 features a richly patinated dial with the unmistakable inscription \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanta Fe Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at center. A warm golden hue gives way to subtle speckling and oxidation, beautifully preserved under a domed crystal. Bold black numerals provide sharp legibility, while heat-blued steel hands—including a spade-style hour hand and whip-style minute hand—add striking contrast and elegance. The oversized sub-seconds dial commands attention at the 6 o’clock position, bordered by a well-defined minute track.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis watch is powered by a 21-jewel movement from the Illinois Watch Company, originally manufactured in 1919. The movement bridges reveal decorative patterns that shimmer beneath the engraved \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanta Fe Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e signature—also visible through the open caseback. Gold-plated screws and polished gears complete the aesthetic, offering a window into the artistry of early 20th-century American watchmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ve paired this movement with a sandblasted steel case from our American Artisan Series, fitted with a smooth sandblasted bezel. The crown is a standout detail—crafted from bronze with a deeply knurled texture that complements the warm tones of the dial. An oxblood Horween leather strap with cream stitching finishes the build, delivering a timeless color combination and a secure, comfortable fit on the wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1919—the year this movement was manufactured—the first transcontinental airmail route was flown across the United States. Pilots navigated without radar or radios, relying solely on visual landmarks and maps. It was a bold leap forward in aviation and communication—much like the watches of that era, which helped synchronize an increasingly connected country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vortic Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50700519538989,"sku":null,"price":3600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1710\/0345\/files\/VORTIC-SPRINGFIELD-WOTD2025-05-133_31738.jpg?v=1746416155","url":"https:\/\/vorticwatches.mom\/products\/the-springfield-133-45mm","provider":"Vortic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}