The U-Boat's U42 is the reduced diameter version of the innovative 1942 model, which possesses automatic U-28 calibre Swiss movement and a reserve charge of 40 hours. Like the model from which it has been derived, the U42 is unique in U-Boat’s production being retro and also contemporary. The materials include grade 5 titanium for the case, bottom and lunette. The rewinding axis, rim, rim block lever, glass-lock brackets, lunette guides, quarter hands, 5-minute hands and strap pins are all made of 316L AISI steel.
Before final assembly, each watch is put together without movement and face and put in an autoclave at a pressure of 40 bar in order to test its resistance to pressure and tightness, which are guaranteed down to 300 metres.
It possesses a brown leather strap with the finishing of a craftsman, a titanium buckle and double tongue. The U42 is available in limited edition of 999 pieces for those that recognize the value of a synthesis of history and technology. You can pick one up for approximate $6150.
Pinstripe Magazine Staff
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