Earlier this year BALL joined us at Wind^Up, and just last week we reviewed the impressive Fireman Storm Chaser Pro. Today, we’re excited to announce something new from the brand just in time for the upcoming holiday season, and it’s something we think will appeal to a lot of people. Introducing the fake Engineer III Bronze Star and the replica Engineer III Silver Star (40mm and 46mm).
Replica Engineer III Bronze Star
Case copper-aluminum alloy
Crystal sapphire crystal with AR
Dimensions 43mm x 13.45mm
Dial black
Lume 14 micro gas tubes on hour and minute hands and dial; Super-LumiNova on Arabic numerals and second hand
Strap brown calf leather with bronze buckle
Functions shock resistant to 5,000Gs, anti-magnetic to 80,000 A/m, water resistance 100m/330ft
Fake Engineer III Silver Star – 40mm
Case stainless steel
Crystal sapphire crystal with AR
Dimensions 40mm x 13.45mm
Dial black or blue
Lume 14 micro gas tubes on hour and minute hands and dial; Super-LumiNova on Arabic numerals and second hand
Strap stainless steel bracelet or brown calf leather strap
Functions shock resistant to 5,000Gs, anti-magnetic to 80,000 A/m, water resistance 100m/330ft
Case stainless steel
Crystal sapphire crystal with AR
Dimensions 46mm x 13.55mm
Dial black or blue
Lume 14 micro gas tubes on hour and minute hands and dial; Super-LumiNova on Arabic numerals and second hand
Strap stainless steel bracelet or brown calf leather strap
Functions shock resistant to 5,000Gs, anti-magnetic to 80,000 A/m, water resistance 100m/330ft
What makes these replica watches really impressive is the tech packed into them. Built to withstand extreme shocks, the Engineer III features Ball’s Spring LOCK and Amortiser systems, the former a small cage that protects the hairspring and the latter a lock that prevents the rotor from damaging the movement in the event of a shock. Other noteworthy tech includes a mu-metal shield protecting the movement giving the fakewatch its impressive anti-magnetic rating, and BALL’s popular tritium gas tubes.
The pre-order will continue through December 31, 2016, with an expected delivery date between March and April, 2017. To further sweeten the pot, BALL is offering custom case back engraving on all models.