The Pilot Watch ORIGINAL “Wien 42” by Laco is a German-made automatic pilot watch with a rich heritage dating back to 1925. It features:

Movement: Automatic Laco 200 based on the Sellita SW 200 caliber.

Case: Dark sandblasted stainless steel with the historic “FL23883” engraving, domed and anti-reflective sapphire crystal, and a solid engraved case back.

Dial: Equipped with Superluminova C3 for excellent readability.

Hands: Black.

Strap: Black calf leather with rivets.

Dimensions: 42.0 mm diameter, 12.8 mm height, 20 mm lug width, and 50 mm lug-to-lug length.

Waterproof: Up to 10 ATM.

Weight: Approximately 91.8 grams including the strap.

Fits wrist circumferences from 14.5 to 20 cm.

This model is a faithful recreation of the historic pilot watches used by navigators in the 1940s, characterized by robustness, high precision, and excellent legibility under all conditions. It carries the legacy of Laco as one of the original manufacturers of pilot watches for the German Air Force, with design elements like the iconic dial, onion-shaped crown, and riveted leather strap reflecting this tradition. The watch is both a precise instrument and a piece of history, suitable for everyday wear as well as a collector’s item.

The watch is available for purchase directly from Laco with worldwide shipping options, including to the U.S., Canada, and Hong Kong.

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