watches Laco Kempten Erbstück

German Laco Kempten Erbstück watches catch the eye at first glance with their typical pilot design, characterised by clarity and excellent legibility, which makes them very popular not only among watch fans.

Models from the Laco Pilot Original collection are inspired by the original observation watches from the 1940s, with a case diameter of 55 mm, and look as if they have already been worn for several generations. The handmade watches of the Erbstück collection are unique in their appearance and manufacturing process. Signs of ageing give these watches a historical charm that can usually only be found on original models.
Laco uses a unique method to give the watches a historical look and creates a natural patina on them. Grooves, scratches, signs of wear and patina - everything looks authentic and the watches look period-correct. The treatment does not only apply to the case, but also to the dial, strap and hands, where even a piece of luminescence may be missing. All parts are modified by hand and the result of the demanding process is always a unique and original watch.

Laco Kempten Erbstück are made according to the original pilot watches used during World War II. The stainless steel case of the Laco Flieger Original Kempten Erbstück watch with straight lugs is complemented by a brown leather strap with rivets; everything bears a distinctive trace of patina and use. The side of the case is marked with the classification number FL23883, which can also be found on the case back together with the unit number, manufacturer and machine designation. On historical models, this information was stated on the inside of the case back. The water resistance of these watches is 50 m (5 ATM), so they can handle swimming. The case diameter is 39 mm, the length (lug-to-lug) 46 mm, so the watch fits well on both men's and women's wrists.

The classic identifying features of Laco Kempten Erbstück pilot watches include distinctive and easy-to-read hands and indices at the hour positions, and a large crown that is easy to operate even with gloves. The perfectly clear type B dial is protected by a domed sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating and high scratch resistance. The B-Uhr type B dial is characterised by a minute scale printed around the edge of the dial, with an arrow at the 12 o'clock position, which served pilots for quick orientation, and an hour scale printed on the inner circle. The iconic dial is executed without a logo, as on the original. Better legibility in poor lighting conditions is ensured by luminescence placed on the hands, numerals and indices. The watch hands are heat-blued.

Power is provided by the hand-wound mechanical movement Laco 210 (based on the Sellita SW210 Elaboré - tested in 3 positions, accuracy +/- 14 s/day) with a power reserve of around 42 hours. The movement with a frequency of 28800 vibrations per hour offers a seconds stop function when setting the time (hacking).

You can also find the watch under the designation Laco 862097.

Customisation options for an additional charge:

• Laco 210 Top movement (tested in 5 positions, +/- 8 s/day)
• Sapphire crystal with double-sided anti-reflective coating
• Crown positioned on the left