The Aristo Aviator Vintage REC Auto Black 98101REC‑1 is a German pilot’s watch that combines historic mechanics with modern construction. It features a 38 mm stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal, and a black California dial that mixes Roman and Arabic numerals for a distinctive vintage look. At its core is a rare New Old Stock Record automatic movement, offering Swiss mechanical heritage within a contemporary German case. Water‑resistant to 5 ATM, the watch is paired with a brown leather strap that reinforces its aviation‑inspired character. This model stands out as a collector’s piece, bridging mid‑20th‑century watchmaking with Aristo’s modern pilot watch tradition.
HKD$8,180
The Aviator Vintage REC Auto Black 98101REC‑1 is part of Aristo’s special series that revives classic aviation watch design while incorporating rare mechanical heritage. Inspired by mid‑20th‑century pilot instruments, the model features a distinctive California dial that blends Roman and Arabic numerals, a style once favored for its quick readability. At its heart lies a New Old Stock automatic movement from the Record Watch Company, preserved from the 1970s and carefully integrated into a modern German‑made case. By combining this historic Swiss caliber with contemporary construction, the 98101REC‑1 embodies Aristo’s philosophy of honoring watchmaking tradition while offering collectors something truly unique.
Aristo Vollmer GmbH, based in Pforzheim, Germany, has been producing watches since 1907. The brand is known for its pilot and military‑inspired timepieces, often drawing on Germany’s long tradition of precision engineering and aviation design. Aristo combines Swiss movements with German assembly, offering watches that balance affordability with craftsmanship. Over the decades, the company has maintained its reputation for functional, durable designs, particularly in the field of fliegeruhren (pilot watches), making it a respected name among enthusiasts of tool‑style timepieces.
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