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What makes the Chicago 347 unique: Today we present to you this incredibly unique timepiece, originally produced by the Elgin National Watch Company. We are very excited to showcase this watch with a very special case color option, our very own bronzed titanium. We have a very talented research and development team in-house that is always trying to innovate and diversify our product options in order to bring even more one-of-a-kind options to our weekly lineup of watches. This case is actually made of titanium that has been treated and baked in a kiln at very specific temperatures in order to create this bronze appearance on the case. Unlike bronze, this case will stay looking like this and will not tarnish or darken over time. We absolutely love how the aged numerals match the tone of the case and crown, with a very aged appeal that brings out the character of this watch. These dark, blued-steel hands jump out in contrast and work well to balance the different visual elements. Some of the discoloration also shows through on the movement itself as we turn the watch over, with some of the build plates beginning to show their age as well. Adorned by 17 screw-set jewels to keep the gold-plated gears turning nicely, as well as the crown wheel and mainspring barrel that stands out with these fantastic radial designs. This watch was originally produced in Elgin, Illinois in 1923. In February of this year, an incredibly large explosion occurred at Dawson’s Mine No.1 in Dawson, New Mexico. The explosion collapsed most of the mine and killed 120 men, with only two miners able to walk out alive.
