The Springfield 131 watch blends antique elegance with modern craftsmanship. Featuring a parchment-toned dial, bold gold numerals, and a contrasting black sub-seconds register, this timepiece captures attention effortlessly. Powered by a vintage 17-jewel movement from 1917, it showcases intricate engraved bridges and warm-toned gears. Housed in a durable stonewashed stainless steel case with a soft leather strap, this watch is an ideal accessory for those who appreciate timeless design and American innovation.
From the brand: What makes the Springfield 131 unique:
The Springfield 131 is a visual study in rhythm, contrast, and craftsmanship. Its parchment-toned dial shows subtle signs of age, with a fine texture that feels both storied and sophisticated. Bold gold numerals and sharp indices circle the dial, surrounding a dramatic black sub-seconds register that draws the eye with its striking contrast. Blued steel spade and whip hands add dimension, their color shifting in the light beneath the domed crystal.
Powering this piece is a 17-jewel movement built by the Illinois Watch Company in 1917. The bridges are scalloped in a distinctive arc pattern—beautifully engraved and mechanically purposeful. Between the grooves, rose-gold-toned gears glint beneath polished steel components, a combination of warm tones and cool precision. The word “Stewart” is engraved into one of the bridges, signifying that this was a private-label piece originally sold by a jeweler or retailer under their own name—a common practice in the early 20th century.
We paired this movement with a stonewashed stainless steel case, machined in our Colorado workshop. The notched bezel subtly mirrors the scalloped pattern of the movement bridges—an intentional nod to symmetry between exterior and interior design. A knurled sandblasted-steel crown completes the case, offering tactile grip and a rugged edge. Finished with a warm-toned leather strap, this build brings antique character and modern durability together in perfect balance.
This movement was manufactured in 1917—the same year the world heard the first jazz recording. Released by the Original Dixieland Jass Band, it marked the birth of a distinctly American sound and the beginning of the Jazz Age. In much the same way, The Springfield 131 is a piece of American innovation and expressive craftsmanship, made to be heard in rhythm and seen in detail.
