Stuhrling Original

Stuhrling Original Men's 160F.332U52 Apocalypse Trifecta Interchangeable Bezel Silver Dial Watch

• Polished stainless steel case with three interchangable bezel rings
• Silver dial with date window and day sub-dial at position 6
• Small seconds and 30 minute counter sub-dials with center stop second hand

Product Description

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The Stuhrling Original Men's Apocalypse Trifecta Interchangeable Bezel Silver Dial Watch embodies the luxury design which has gained popularity worldwide with its slightly oversized 45mm round case and signature 10-sided bezel. The case of the Trifecta is constructed of 316L stainless steel to endure the active of lifestyles, featuring a contrast of high-polish and brushed finishing. The Apocalypse Trifecta is the first ever Stuhrling Original timepiece to feature interchangeable bezels. These interchangable bezels come in three differrent colors and textures. The watch comes packaged with the Stainless steel Bezel, as well as two additional easily interchangeable bezels, one being a black carbon fiber and one Blue Duracouche plated bezel. The Trifecta is also the first Apocalypse to feature all new dial design. An "exposed date wheel" is located between the 3:00 and 5:00 positions while a "day of the week" wheel sits right above the 6:00 position. The Apocalypse Trifecta features Luminova filled semi-skeletonized hour and minute hands with luminous hour markers that provide easy reading during the day or night. The dial is protected by Stuhrling Original's Krysterna Crystal which is scratch and shatter resistant. A stainless steel screw down case back ensures water resistance of 100 meters (330 feet). The Trifecta sits on a genuine leather strap 24mm wide and 9 inches long. A stainless steel tang buckle with the Stuhrling signed logo secures the timepiece to your wrist. Unveil the Apocalypse Trifecta to all your friends and family and just catch their reaction.

The Stuhrling Original Story

With dedication to the heritage of Swiss watchmaking, Stuhrling Original timepieces appeal to the most discriminating taste at reasonable prices. The company has roots dating back to the 1800's when Switzerland emerged as the global leader in watchmaking. Stuhrling Original remains committed to its mission of preserving the high standards set in Switzerland manufacturing all of their fine timepieces in their Swiss-owned factory! Each and every model conveys an inimitable story with extraordinary style. You'll find heirloom selections for both men and women that even the most astute watch collector will cherish and admire.

In the workshops of Stuhrling Original, the unit specializing in mechanical movements, component selection, assembly, lubrication, adjustment and testing creates horological wonders entirely under vigilant attention of Swiss ownership and supervision. It is these workshops that produce the mechanical engines that are famous for meeting the highest existing criteria in there category. Starting with the main plate, the assembly process is performed in several consecutive stages up until anchoring the balance spring, which sets the watch into motion. Assembling a Stuhrling Original mechanical automatic movement comprises no less than 30 checkpoints, spread throughout the assembly process. Adjusting the angle of lift of the pallets, centering the balance-spring, poising the balance are just a few examples of these checkpoints; of which all are designed to enhance the performance of each movement. The movement must meet no less than seven criteria, including a mean variation in rate which is the highest standard in the industry in its class.

Stuhrling Original cases are distinguished by their technical complexity, their high-end aesthetic appeal and the quality of their finish. The watch cases are made from antimagnetic 316L surgical grade stainless steel, an extremely sophisticated alloy designed to stand up to intensive use. The rough parts, known as "middlecases" are blanked from a metal bar using a high-performance press. They then undergo eight successive stamping operations of a strength increasing gradually from 20 to 85 tons. Before each swaging operation, the middlecase is refired at a temperature of 1100 degrees Celsius, so as to temporarily reduce the hardness to a total stamping pressure of more than 400 tons. Finishing the cases then calls for fifteen polishing operations, all performed by hand alternating with nine baths guaranteeing immaculate cleanliness. Other components of the cases, such as rotating bezels or rider tabs also require a meticulous finish. The components of the cases are finally assembled by hand and rigorously tested.

Each Stuhrling Original dial has been designed to enable optimal read-off at a glance, while adding an element of artistic design. Stuhrling Original's dials are blanked from a brass plate and two cylindrical feet are soldered below to ensure security with the movement. Polishing operations, creating special effects through the use of vintage hydraulic German machines, and electroplating are just some of the more than forty operations required to make most StuhrlingOriginal dials. The transparent protective coating is applied in an immaculately clean environment before the various inscriptions are transfer printed using a gelatin pad which takes an impression from an inked block. On many of the dials the hour markers are either individually applied by hand or embossed into the dial and then topped with a special dye. The application of Super Luminova is performed by artisans with a nozzle pen connected to a high-pressure pipe which calls for intense concentration. Once finished, each dial undergoes careful aesthetic scrutiny under extreme magnification, as well as technical testing, to ensure it complies with all predefined dimensions and specifications.

Through meticulous labor, rigorous testing and examination of each timepiece by expert horologists, the vision of the Stuhrling Original timepiece is brought to life inside our workshops, where...

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B003JI5KTG
• Item model number: 160F.332U52
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,765 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good value for a dress watch, October 7, 2010

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Moses (Las Vegas, NV) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Stuhrling Original Men's 160F.332U52 Apocalypse Trifecta Interchangeable Bezel Silver Dial Watch (Watch)

I purchased the Stuhrling Original Men's 160F.332U52 from Amazon when the item was on sale. It looks expensive and I wear it when I have to wear a suit. The only problem is you cannot input the year so you have to correct for the 30/31 day problem manually.

12 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Casual watch with class, June 3, 2010

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David L. Perkins (St. Peters MO USA) - See all my reviews
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I recently purchased this watch and am I ever pleased! I get so many complements on this watch, my co workers ask if I have a new watch when I change the Bezel, it is a handsome watch with any bezel, but the color one really seems to make the watch pop. If you want a watch wardrobe with just one watch, this can be that for you. Well made, great detail! a great watch!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, October 4, 2010

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William K. Parsons (Toms Brook VA.) - See all my reviews
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I simply love this watch.
It is very well made,looks great and keeps good time.
I got a great deal through Amazon" as always" and I would buy again.

Bill

Toms Brook VA.