Story and Features of the Bremont Wright Flyer Watch
April 5, 2023 • ☕️ 2 min read • 🏷 general, watch
Translated by author into: English
Historical Background
The Bremont Wright Flyer Limited Edition watch was designed to pay homage to one of the most important events in aviation history, the Wright Brothers’ first powered flight in 1903. Orville and Wilbur Wright laid the foundations of modern aviation with this flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, on December 17, 1903. This flight lasted only 12 seconds and covered a distance of 120 feet, but it was a turning point in human history. This remarkable achievement accelerated the development of aviation and played a critical role in the transformation of travel around the world.
The Story of the Watch
To celebrate Bremont’s aviation heritage and honor the important achievements of the Wright Brothers, Bremont designed the limited edition Wright Flyer Limited Edition watch. This special watch is notable for containing a part of the original Wright Flyer aircraft used in the Wright Brothers’ first flight. The original piece of cloth taken from the wing of the plane is featured on the dial of the watch, adding a unique historical value to it. This means that the watch is not just a time-measuring tool, but also a part of aviation history.
Features of the Watch
The Bremont Wright Flyer Limited Edition watch is manufactured using high-quality materials and superior watchmaking techniques. The features of the watch are as follows:
- Case Diameter: 43 mm
- Case Material: Stainless steel, 18k white gold or 18k rose gold options
- Dial: White or black dial features original scrim taken from the Wright Flyer’s wing
- Glass: Double-domed sapphire crystal, anti-reflective coating
- Strap: Hand-stitched aligator leather strap, 18k white gold or 18k rose gold buckle
- Water Resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM)
- Movement: Bremont’s special BE-10AE movement, 50 hours power reserve
- Limited Edition: Only 500 pieces in total were produced, each numbered: 300 in stainless steel, 100 in white gold and 100 in rose gold.
The Bremont Wright Flyer Limited Edition watch is not just a watch, it is a collector’s item that carries an important piece of aviation history. Paying homage to the Wright Brothers’ first powered flight, this watch attracts attention with its high-quality workmanship and unique historical value. This special limited edition watch is a unique piece for aviation enthusiasts and watch collectors.