The reputation of British fighter planes during World War II is well known, yet the men behind the machines are often forgotten. The Limited Edition Swan & Edgar Hand Assembled Teddy Vortex Automatic Red men’s watch pays tribute to WEW Petter, known to his friends as Teddy, who played a significant part in developing fighter planes, including the Whirlwind, which combined speed and control to become a crucial tool in the war effort.
The timepiece enlisted over 30 watch makers who spent six months of development that involved 450 processes, including a 50 plate milling process to forge the balance wheel. It is powered by 320 part 19 jewel hand assembled automatic movement. Within the 315 Steel Case and Sapphire Crystal Glass, operation is on full display, bearing its intricate performance with the skeleton dial taking centre stage. The 12 Hour analogue performance refuses to distract and there are no dials crowding the impressive details, presenting a watch that shares an engineering prowess comparable with fighter planes.
The timepiece is completed by the Swan & Edgar logo-engraved stainless steel caseback and a bullseye-red leather bracelet. Combined, these features create the perfect representation of Petter’s innovation that helped the Allies push toward victory
Model Specifications
Automatic Movement
320 Part 19 Jewel Hand Assembled Movement
Skeleton Dial
Steel IP Case
Red Leather Strap
Logo-Engraved Stainless Steel Caseback
12 Hour Analogue
Water Resistant 30m
Scratch Resistant Mineral Glass
5 Year Warranty
Nickel Free & Hypoallergenic IP Plating
Watch Dimensions
Case Diameter 43 mm
Case Thickness 15 mm
Lug Width 24 mm
Strap Width 22 mm
Strap Length 200 mm
Weight 100g
Condition
All watches are categorised as brand new, preloved and so on. Vintage watches are shown as they are. For new watches we use some manufacturers' promotional pictures, but any limited edition numbers shown are those of the actual watch.
What we do and don't do
Each watch is fully inspected and is working as it should: hands turn freely, the date changes where fitted, and the watch winds. To bring you great prices we do not service every watch, and we recommend you do so regularly to keep it in good working order.
We bench test each watch for timekeeping and accept a tolerance of two minutes either way. If you have any concerns we are happy to send you a TIMEGRAPH reading with a picture of your watch in test. Some of the more expensive watches have been serviced by third party specialists, and where that is the case the service record is supplied with the watch and shown on the product page.
Watches are not tested for functionality and timekeeping over longer periods of time. For this reason, long-term performance is excluded from our warranty once the returns window has closed. This does not affect your statutory rights.
We aim to supply vintage watches in the best possible condition, but some wear must be expected due to age. This is shown in the pictures supplied. Please ask if you would like more pictures of any particular feature.
