1940 B-Uhr 47 PILOT

B-Uhr is one of the must-haves for men to wear. Its simplistic yet majestic dial is amply satisfying for those harboring a pilot dream. In awe, we take care of every noteworthy detail. -

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Swiss movements. It is essential for each and every Jenova Watch to come with a Swiss-made movement.

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The JW1747001 Classic Pilot Watch uses the ETA2824-2 movement, officially acknowledged as one of the most stable Swiss movements, with absolute precision, reliable time-keeping and ideal power reserve.

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In different periods by different manufacturers, B-Uhr is made with different materials such as nickel-plated copper, alloy, stainless steel. With the passing of time, the dull colour of metals is given an extra layer of sedation to its sheen. We resort to stainless steel and the fine craft of abrasive blasting to restore the watchcase to its former WWII radiance.

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Thermal Bluing refers to thermally treating the watch hands, a special craft of metal surface treatment that heats up the steel component to 300 degrees Celsius (540 degrees Fahrenheit) for surface oxidation till it turns azure blue, then light blue after the quenching process.

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JW1747001 Classic Pilot Watch is made with a similar heating method for time to stream in a perfect azure blue, reflecting your insistence on oneself and life.

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In the early days, when pilots had to stay inside the cockpit of rickety yet open aircraft, they were forced to wear thick overcoats and gloves. So the special extra-long, extra-thick, ring-shaped closed strap was attached to the watch. The strap was studded and then fastened by rivets. The pilot wore the watch over their overcoat sleeve to conveniently check the time. Even if the watch buckle came undone, the watch would not easily slip off. The leather for the watchstrap was processed with vegetable tanning for an alluring sheen on the surface and a soft texture to withstand repeated bending.

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The conical crown for large military watches allowed pilots to wind the crown despite thick padded gloves. Arabic numerals and hour markings all have night-time illumination for them to keep track of time even during unlit hours.

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