Ollech & Wajs (Switzerland) Ref. OW M-110 AS – On Canvas Strap

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“The OW M-110 AS, a tactical tool watch that draws on over 60 years of military expertise, now comes fitted to a unique ‘infantry green’ dual ply fabric strap. The strap is crafted from reclaimed, military grade double twill hemp canvas, procured direct from the Swiss Army’s unused surplus supply. This highly durable material, more durable and lightweight than cotton, was originally intended for a variety of military applications such as the legendary Armée suisse Pioneer backpacks and all weather skins for vehicles. Manufactured in the mid 50s, around the same time as Ollech & Wajs was founded, it was made to last 100 years in the field. So, despite already being over 60 years old, it has plenty of fight left in it yet. The heavy duty two tone fabric is lined for comfort with 100% natural soft leather, sourced and hand stitched in Italy. The straight cut edge of the strap is designed to fray subtly with everyday wear to give it extra vintage character. It is finished with a brushed stainless steel thorn buckle, signed OWZ 1956. An exclusive opportunity to own and wear a watch with history woven into it.

In the absence of a magnetic compass, the US Army Ranger Handbook provides infantrymen detailed instruction on how to use the ‘watch method’ to get a bearing. This is a simple technique that involves lining the hour hand up with the sun, and then bisecting the distance between the hour hand and 12 o!clock position, to discover south.

Another distinctive feature of the OW M-110 M, which military users will recognise, are the radio silence period markers on the dial. These are three-minute periods immediately after each quarter hour, reserved exclusively for making – and listening for – distress calls.

The OW M-110 AS, is the first OW watch to carry the new Soprod Newton Precision movement. The result of a close collaboration between OW and Soprod, the new movement is a bespoke version of the Newton P092, modified to OW’s own specifications and adjusted in five positions. It has been finished in accordance with our rugged aesthetics, and ‘OW Zurich 1956’ is engraved into the nickel- plated base, on which sits a co-designed, custom rotor in the shape of the OW marque. The inimitable new movement will carry OW’s own ‘PRECISION’ rating, reserved for movements of only the highest quality.

The OW M-110 AS also sees the return of the classic ‘skin diver’ case, first used on early OW models such as the 1964 Aquaguard and the 1965 Early Bird.  Wherever you’re headed, whatever journey you’re on and whatever the objective, the OW M-110 AS will help you navigate any challenge.“

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

> Dimensions: 39.56 mm (9h-3h) X 12.50 mm (thickness) and 45.7 mm lug to lug
> Case: Brushed 316L stainless steel, screwed bottom, screwed crown, rotating steel bezel; Made in the Swiss Jura
> Bezel: 360-degree compass bezel with Super-LumiNova® cardinal direction markers and an angle scale 
> Glass: Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment 
> Dial: Hands, indexes and radio silence periods in Super-LumiNova®
> Water resistance: 300m/ 30ATM 
> Movement: Automatic bespoke Soprod Newton Precision P092; date-only calendar, with semi-instantaneous changes and quick adjustment using the crown; stop seconds; 4Hz 28,800 vibrations per hour; 23 jewels; 44-hour power reserve. The Soprod Newton P092 movement is independently tested for dependability and durability at the internationally renowned Laboratoire Dubois in Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, and has been awarded a Chronofiable® certification. Average accuracy +/-7 seconds per day, adjusted in five positions (equivalent of ETA Elaborate)
> Origin: Over 90% Swiss Made, excluding strap and packaging (Please note that the Swiss Made percentage is calculated according to Swiss regulations and may vary depending on the exact configuration of the watch. This percentage does not include bracelets or accessories.)
> Strap included: 20 mm military grade double twill hemp canvas, upcycled from the Swiss Army’s unused surplus supply. Lined with 100% natural soft leather, sourced and hand stitched in Italy. It is finished with a brushed stainless steel thorn buckle, signed OWZ 1956. N.B. These straps are manufactured in such a way that a ‘fraying’ occurs after some time. They are manufactured like this on purpose as a desired look which occurs sooner or later with canvas straps, depending on how they are worn.
> Packaging: Leather origin Great Britain, Italian Kraft paper
> Warranty: 3 years against any manufacturing defect

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