Lorier and The Urban Gentry have collaborated to “rediscover” the pilot’s watch with the new Merlin Limited Edition. This timepiece draws inspiration from the less-common Allied Air Force watches, specifically “Weems” watches, known for their early rotating bezels crucial for flight navigation. The Merlin features a 37mm 316L marine-grade stainless steel case, a bidirectional friction bezel with a locking crown, and a dome Hesalite crystal, all powered by a Miyota 90S5 automatic movement. Its “Old Radium Superluminova” and included deerskin leather strap complete its classically handsome, high-flying aesthetic.
Specs:
- Movement: Miyota 90S5 automatic movement (no-date), 28800 bph
- Crystal: Dome Hesalite crystal
- Case Diameter: 37mm
- Case Thickness: 9mm (case) + 2mm (dome crystal)
- Water Resistance: 100 meters / 330 feet
- Strap: Single-pass deerskin leather strap (fits wrists 6″ to 7.75″)
- Power Reserve: Not specified (Miyota 90S5 typically has 42 hours)
- Release Date: Available now
- Price: $549
More info here.
