The Alpina Startimer Automatic, inspired by its heritage look and incomparable precision, features a 41mm brushed and polished 2-part stainless steel case and notched bezel, designed in the early days of aviation, making it easier to grip with gloves. WR to 100M, with a black dial featuring a date window at 6 o'clock. Outer ring with seconds graduation. Set on a black calfskin leather strap, adorned with top-stitching in a beige matching the index markers. Perfect for the aviator at heart.
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I have always been a watch snob. I haven’t yet moved on with the smartwatch crowd. Personally, I feel that Alpina – which has been around since the late 1800s – is underappreciated. My familiarity with the Alpina brand is how it is known for its impeccable quality and ability to withstand rugged usage during sports, diving, flying, etc. Once you have one of their timepieces in your hands, you can clearly see why. Once I had this watch in my hands, I could see why right away. The finishing is pristine – even when looking under magnification.This watch is part of the Startimer Collection - which features all of their pilot watches. It has Swiss Automatic movement and a sapphire crystal. The black leather band is incredibly comfortable. I like that the date is at 6:00 instead of 3:00. It is 100M Water resistant but I do take it off for bathing and have not worn it in the shower.I find it very difficult to find any flaws or imperfections. My only wish is that it had a dial that stood out - almost like a Black version of the Navy Blue that is in the Alpina Startimer Swiss GMT Worldtimer Quartz AL-255N4S26B. They should make each watch with one special thing about it that is different from the rest of their collection. This is a very traditional watch with a very traditional look and feel. To me, I feel like it yearns for just one small "something" - where it would be a bit unique from other watches. That is just my opinion. I ordered the watch and I am happy with the watch.This watch will become an heirloom in our family – one that I hope will be handed down to future generations. I am well aware that it is my responsibility to educate the next generation, my son, on the heritage of the Alpina brand which is renowned for its Swiss craftsmanship. I do hope that one day my grandson, then his grandson, and all future wearers will have the same appreciation when wearing this watch.How can any of their watches be less than 5 out of 5 stars?Title of the item I am reviewing:Alpina Startimer Swiss Automatic 3-Hand Stainless Steel Sapphire Crystal Watch, 41mm
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