Locman Watches: When you’re thinking of different types of watches to collect, you might focus on a particular complication a movement has, or even one specific brand. Another route you might go is trying to find watches from different countries around the world. If you’re looking for one that is Italian, through-and-through, then the Locman Aethalia should be a starting point.
Locman Watches: Locman Aethalia
Locman, of course, is an Italian brand, so you’re starting with a watch that was designed and built in the country. But what about the movement? Often, those are coming to us from Switzerland, Japan, or China. For the Locman Aethalia, it’s the OISA 1937 manually-wound movement, which is – you guessed it – a movement that is made in Italy. Not only that, it’s quite a lovely one, as viewed through the exhibition caseback.
And what about the name of the watch? Turns out, Aethalia is the name originally given to the island of Elba (where Locman is headquartered) by the ancient Greeks when they saw the metalworks on the island from a distance.
Locman Aethalia: Price
In terms of styling, the Locman Aethalia gives you a sporty and classic look, with the angles of a flared Flieger-style handset offset by the curves of the bezel and extended lugs. Of note, that case (and the bracelet, if you opt for it) are made of titanium, so things will be light and tough. If you’re looking to put one of these on your wrist, they’re $3,980 on the leather strap, or $4,158 on the titanium bracelet. locman.it
Tech Specs from Locman
- MOVEMENT: OISA 1937 MECHANICAL WITH MANUAL WINDING, WITH 60 HOUR POWER RESERVE
- CASE: 40 MM PERMEABLE 10 ATM / 100 M, BACK WITH TRANSPARENT PORTHOLE
- DIAL: RÉHAUT WITH PRINTED ROMAN NUMERALS AND INDEXES
- GLASS: SAPPHIRE GLASS
- STRAP: IN NATURAL LEATHER OR TITANIUM BRACELET
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