Victorinox Swiss Army Field Force Sport GMT Black Dial Rubber Strap Men's 241897
Basic Info
Listing code : BX40G8
Brand : Victorinox Swiss Army
Reference number : 241897
Movement : Quartz
Case material : Steel
Bracelet material : Rubber
Year of production : 2021 (Approximation)
Condition : New
Scope of delivery : Original box, original papers
Gender : Men's watch/Unisex
Location : United Kingdom, Chester
Price : 349
Availability : Item available on request
Caliber
Movement : Quartz
Case
Case material : Steel
Case diameter : 42 mm
Water resistance : 10 ATM
Crystal : Sapphire crystal
Dial : Black
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material : Rubber
Victorinox Swiss Army Field Force Sport GMT Black Dial Orange Rubber Strap Men's Watch 241897 RRP £389
The Case:
The dimensions of this understated brushed gun metal grey steel case are very much comparable with those of many other modern sports watches. The case measures at 42mm in diameter and 12mm in height, which is a perfect ratio that allows for unparalleled levels of comfort when on the wrist. Moreover, the design of the case infuses modern trends, such as the dimensions, with more traditional features found on a field watch, such as the rotating bezel. This adds to the watches vintage feel. Also present is a screw down crown, embossed with the Victorinox logo, besides the 3 o’clock mark. Finally, anti reflective sapphire crystal glass has been applied, this both ensures maximum levels of legibility and protection from scratches and knocks.
The Dial:
Legibility appears to be the driving force behind the design of the dial. As is evidenced through the adoption of large lume filled Arabic numerals, as well as oversized lume filled sword hands that are set against a black dial. The inner dial of the watch displays the second time zone. It also features a third hour hand, with an aesthetically pleasing hollowed out circular tip. Likewise, a date window is positioned neatly besides the 3 o’clock mark. Also present are vibrant splashes of orange that complement the orange strap. They are present through the second hand, the GMT logo and on the hour markers on the minute track. Also visible is the Victorinox logo that replaces the 12 o’clock marker.
The Strap:
Furthermore, the vigorous orange rubber strap earns this timepiece its sporty status. It is one of the most eye catching variants of the Field Force family and it is certainly going to draw some attention to the wearers wrist. Rubber straps are particularly well suited to sporting activities, because they are waterproof, they do not degrade and can be easily washed after being rigorously worn. They also offer unparalleled levels of comfort. The standard gun metal grey buckle of the bracelet has ‘Victorinox’ logo engraved onto it.
The Functions:
Ronda 515.24H movement powers this timepiece, it is a highly dependable quartz movement that has been tried and tested. It has one jewelled bearing and it offers the wearer an accuracy of +/-10 seconds a day, as well as a power reserve of around 45 months. It also offers hand and automatic winding, as well as a hacking feature. This timepiece is water resistant up to 100 metres, so that it is suitable for snorkelling.
Key Features:
42mm case width 10mm case thickness 52mm lug to lug
21mm lug to lug Quartz movement Ronda 515.24H
100m water resistance Sapphire Crystal Glass Orange Rubber Strap
Black Dial Lume coated hands and indicies Swiss made
Date window +/- 10 seconds a day 45 month power reserve
GMT 1 Jewell Standard Buckle
The Family: FieldForce
Blending iconic Victorinox design with a gear-shifting display technology, the FieldForce Collection is a force of its own. It's all about readability in any conditions, with bold, distinct numerals and generously sized hands enchanced with Super-LumiNova. And it's not only the features that are distinct. This range exudes a confident, classic style all of its own, without forgetting its Swiss Army Knife heritage. Distinction is in its DNA.
The Brand: Victorinox
Victorinox Swiss Army is defined by the spirit of innovation and sustainability. Responsibly meeting the needs of the present – and ensuring that future generations will be able to meet theirs – requires innovative thinking of an unprecedented scale.
Robustness, durability and quality are the key requests. The brand first came to fruition in 1884 when Karl Elsener opened a cutlery workshop in Ibach, with the support of his mother Victoria.
The union is founded with the company supplying soldiers knives, which would later be famously known as the Swiss army knife. Following the death of his mother the brand became known as Victorinox, combining his mothers name and the word ‘inox’, an abbreviation for the French word inoxydable or stainless.
In 1989 the brand first launched its first watch collection produced in Biel, Switzerland. Today, the brand is built upon four key values; quality, functionality, innovation & iconic design.
