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5-Year WarrantyThe Bausele US Army collection is inspired by watches from a time when they were kept for life. In the 1940s, military watches followed well-defined aesthetic codes. A brushed metal case so as not to reflect light, a black dial with luminous hands and numbers that told time at a glance in the dark of night, and a straightforward but ultra-precise and ultra-robust movement…
This classic field watch, reference 31101, meets the standards described in detail for the watch case construction, shape and size on page 31 of military specifications MIL-W-46374F (hence the first two digits of the watch reference).
Doing well by doing good. The collective desire to help each other; the vision of a brighter future and a better life; the firm belief that through partnership, the possibilities are limitless – this is the spirit shared by Bausele, the U.S. Army and military veterans in creating the MIL-SPEC Collection. The distinctive Field watch are also being assembled by military veterans. In addition , 10% of sales go to veterans’ associations.
LIMITED EDITION
Numbered from 1 - 500
MOVEMENT
Automatic with a power reserve of 41 hours, stop second, Seiko NH38
CASE
316L sandblasted surgical grade stainless steel. The reference number (31101) is etched between the lugs
CASE BACK
316L sandblasted surgical grade stainless steel, US Army logo laser engraved
CROWN
Screw-down crown filled with soil from military forts across the USA – visible through the crown cap
GLASS
Sapphire crystal with five layers of antireflective coating
DIAL & HANDS
2-layer dial, “old radium” Luminova® on numerals and hours & minute hands, 24-hour time (military time) around dial center
WATER RESISTANCE
10 ATM / 100 meters
STRAP
Comes with 2 straps: one 22mm elastic nylon strap plus one made of recycle material
BAUSELE MIL-SPEC – A COLLECTION DESIGNED BY A TEAM OF WATCHMAKERS, WATCH LOVERS AND MILITARY VETERANS
From that first inkling of an idea to the first watches being assembled by military veterans, Bausele worked closely with a team of military veterans across the USA on the design of the MIL-SPEC collection of field and dive watches.
BAUSELE brought together a design “task force” composed of 11 military veterans and watch specialists who were involved from the very beginning of the design process, making sure that all aspects of the watch were discussed, challenged and validated. Christophe Hoppé, who usually designs Bausele’swatches by himself, was very excited to bounce ideas around with great minds, pushing the envelope and exploring all the aspects and possibilities of this very special watch design.
Some of the military veteran design commitee members; Nate Boyer, Greg Gregorian, Jamal Ali and Andi Ward, with Bausele CEO Arron Coote
Bausele has always had a strong ‘defense’ gene in its DNA ever since it was founded in 2011. The brand originally provided limited edition watches for the Australian Intelligence Corps and the Special Operations Engineers Regiment, and that was before beating out some of the biggest watch names in the world to become the official watch of the Royal Australian Air Force 100th Anniversary in 2021.
Bausele was also the official watch of the Invictus Games held in The Hague in April 2022. This global adaptive sports competition is dedicated to inspiring recovery, supporting rehabilitation and generating a wider understanding and respect for wounded and injured Servicemen and Servicewomen, both serving and veterans
This classic field watch, reference 31101, meets the standards described in detail for the watch case construction, shape and size on page 31 of military specifications MIL-W-46374F (hence the first two digits of the watch reference). It features a 316L surgical grade stainless-steel case (untreated or with black DLC coating), a dial and hands with “old radium” Luminova®, and a domed sapphire crystal with five layers of anti-reflective coating. The automatic, hacking movement (pull the crown and the movement stops so the watch can be synchronized with another timekeeper) is reputed for its precision, reliability and durability. It has 24 jewels, a 41-hour power reserve and is accurate to within -20/+40 seconds per day.
The crown on Ref. 31101 contains natural American soil – visible through the transparent crown cap– from military forts throughout the United States.
“It makes every watch truly a one-off, but perhaps more importantly, it’s a way to feel connected with the spirit behind the watch.”
Dear Bausele Team,
It was a tremendous feeling of recognition and inclusion to be a part of the Bausele US Army Watch design committee. The endeavor to honor military veterans for their service by including them in the design of this watch, speaks volumes about this outstanding company and resulted in a beautiful military timepiece. Thank you Bausele and fellow vets. Jobe well done mates.
Regards,
Rohan Martin
US Army Combat Medic. Served 1986 to 1999 HHC 2nd Battalion, 187th Infantry Division, Desert Storm Iraq
