{"product_id":"aeschbach-classic-46mm-automatic-xl-military-aviators-watch-with-sapphire-crystal","title":"Aeschbach Classic 46mm Automatic XL Military Aviators Watch with Sapphire Crystal","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAeschbach Classic Aviator Watch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU Code: AESCH\/CLAV1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining the unmistakable style of the legendary pilot watches of the 1940s with modern materials and engineering, the Aeschbach Classic Aviator Watch offers the character of a vintage military timepiece with the reliability and performance expected of a contemporary watch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by Historic Military Pilot Watches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Classic Aviator range takes its inspiration from the oversized cockpit watches used by military aviators during and immediately after the Second World War. Early wartime models typically featured a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at 6 o'clock, while later designs adopted the sweep seconds hand seen on this model. These subtle variations allow enthusiasts to choose the style that best reflects their preferred period of aviation history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional Presence and Readability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStriking Wrist Presence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46 mm stainless steel case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this watch delivers a commanding presence on the wrist. Its distinctive size and authentic military styling make it a frequent conversation piece among watch enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutstanding Legibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with functionality in mind, the large black dial features bold luminous Arabic numerals and high-contrast hands, ensuring excellent readability in both daylight and low-light conditions—just as the original military aviation watches were intended to provide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by one of the most respected automatic movements available today, the NH35A offers excellent reliability, hacking seconds functionality, and a power reserve of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e41 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when fully wound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Seiko NH35A Automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeat Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 21,600 BPH\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 41 Hours\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 316L Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Diameter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 46 mm (excluding crown)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLug-to-Lug Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Scratch and Shatter-Resistant Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Coating\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black with Luminous Arabic Numerals and Sweep Seconds Hand\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Screw-Down\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100 m \/ 330 ft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaseback:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Transparent Exhibition Caseback\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24 mm Premium Stitched Leather Strap\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy Sapphire Crystal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany people ask about the advantages of sapphire crystal compared to standard mineral glass. Synthetic sapphire is widely regarded as the premium material for watch crystals due to its exceptional hardness, scratch resistance, and overall durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese qualities make sapphire crystal particularly well suited to military personnel, security professionals, police officers, emergency service workers, and anyone with an active outdoor lifestyle. In fact, these users represent a significant proportion of our customer base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen watches suffer accidental damage, cracked crystals are far more commonly associated with mineral glass than sapphire. Even hardened mineral crystals cannot match the scratch resistance and long-term durability of sapphire under demanding conditions. Sapphire ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond, making it highly resistant to everyday wear and abrasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sapphire used in watchmaking is manufactured under controlled conditions and then heat-treated to minimise internal stresses and maximise strength. The finished crystal is subsequently precision-machined and typically fitted with anti-reflective coatings to improve clarity and reduce glare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile sapphire crystals are more expensive to produce than mineral glass, they are generally found on higher-end watches because of their superior performance and longevity. For many owners, the ability of a sapphire crystal to remain virtually scratch-free for years is one of the most valued features of a quality timepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is worth noting that some premium smartphones and electronic devices also use sapphire components to protect cameras and sensors, taking advantage of the same exceptional hardness and scratch resistance that make sapphire the preferred choice for high-quality watch crystals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Design Rooted in History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe final gallery images show examples of original Second World War Luftwaffe watches that helped inspire the design of this model. While incorporating modern technology, materials, and manufacturing techniques, the watch remains faithful to the character and appearance of the historic aviation timepieces that inspired it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context: Aeschbach Watches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeschbach, established in 1923, was one of many Swiss and German manufacturers producing military watches during WWII for the Wehrmacht, Kriegsmarine, and Luftwaffe. Collecting these historical timepieces can be challenging due to the sheer number of manufacturers involved, with over 100 suppliers identified to date. A group of military watch enthusiasts has compiled a nearly comprehensive list of these manufacturers, which can be accessed on their website under \"WWII German Watches.\" Contributions to fill in any gaps in their research are welcome. See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/military-watches.net\/ww2-german-watches\" title=\"https:\/\/military-watches.net\/ww2-german-watches\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/military-watches.net\/ww2-german-watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical details specifically regarding Aeschbach watches can also be seen at this Link \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.proton.me\/urls\/0RR77Z1R8W#pqREjqba4M1G\" title=\"https:\/\/drive.proton.me\/urls\/0RR77Z1R8W#pqREjqba4M1G\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/drive.proton.me\/urls\/0RR77Z1R8W#pqREjqba4M1G\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AESCHBACH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56973501694330,"sku":"AESCH\/CLAV1","price":349.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/1632\/files\/AESCH_CLAV1.png?v=1781354654","url":"https:\/\/aeschbachwatches.com\/products\/aeschbach-classic-46mm-automatic-xl-military-aviators-watch-with-sapphire-crystal","provider":"Aeschbach Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}