The Chicago 393 is the 393rd one-of-a-kind piece in Vortic's "Chicago" line of the American Artisan Series. This watch contains the original movement (timepiece), dial (face), and hands from a vintage (1880’s – 1950’s) pocket watch. The American Artisan Series is a line of fully American Made wristwatches powered by restored, U.S. made pocket watch movements.

What makes the Chicago 393 Unique: The Chicago 393 boasts an intriguingly designed filigree on the double sunk dial, which makes this watch perfect for day or night. The raw round copper crown and clean machined titanium case keep the eye focused on the watch face, while the Crimson leather straps add a playful pop of autumn color. The Elgin movement was manufactured in 1925, the same year the Lava Beds National Monument was established in northeastern California.

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