![]() ![]() ![]() The U-Boat straps we have in stock are on the page accessories. The sales and service agent of U-Boat Netherlands. Unique: Only U-Boat dealer in The Benelux. ![]() Every individual U-Boat watch is handcrafted in Italy and each tiny detail is overseen by Italo Fontana himself. These timepieces embody force and style and reveal the unique personality of the man behind the revival, Italo Fontana. Just like their original namesake, these watches are bold, aggressive and oversized. U-Boat watches are characterized by their strong identity, large size, perfect legibility in all light and weather conditions, along with their bold and distinctive design: the left crown protected by a specially designed safety cover. Inspired, Italo opted to start his own Italian-based watch company. They stem from drawings Italo found of his grandfather’s who was creating watch designs for the Italian Navy during World War II. In 2000, Italo Fontana, Ilvo’s grandson, discovered these precious designs, which were to become his source of inspiration for the creation of the first U-Boat watch and his new dimension in time. U-Boat U-Boat Watches Founded in the year 2000 by Italo Fontana in Tuscany Italy, U-Boat is known for its oversized cases and big watches. However, circumstance at that time did not allow the project to materialize. This challenge meant satisfying the high quality standards of the Navy and respecting very precise technical specifications, but above all guaranteeing maximum visibility and reliability in any light or weather condition. In 2000, Italo Fontana, a cousin of the watchmakers late founder, made a long held company dream come true with the launch of todays inspired U-Boat brand. Look for the U-51 Rattrapante at prices a bit to high soon.Ilvo Fontana, crafter of precision engineering instruments, received a prestigious commission from the Italian Navy: to design and build a new type of watch for their pilots. I sometimes hate to say it, but it is still a good looking machine. The movement modifications include a dial style date window, and a split-second (rattrapante) complication built onto the chronograph. U-Boat uses a modified Swiss ETA Valjoux 7750 automatic chronograph movement in the watch – that is visible through a sapphire caseback window. Legibility is still impressively good actually – even with all the elements on the dial. The look is well balanced, with makes very good use of the space on the dial. Designer and military inspired at the same time. The dial is very pure to what U-Boat designs are trying to be. U-boat Italo Fontana Sail has long been famous for producing technical masterpieces that are also amazing in the style and design department. Given the size of the watch, having the straps be integrated directly into the case isn’t a bad idea. Unique and tailor made watches, guaranteed by finest Italian watchmaking. Unique: Only U-Boat dealer in The Benelux. Handcrafted and Limited Edition timepieces, designed by Italo Fontana. Turn the knob from up to down (downwards) and you will feel the knob loosen and. All watch straps are handmade by expert craftsmen in Italy. For most of the watches, please unscrew the crown (setting knob) of the watch. Each U-BOAT creation is of exclusive Tuscan manufacture, a land of great inspiration & style. 20USD discount of all orders above 118USD, Coupon Code USID20. The large round, lugless case is a great match to the brand’s personality, and I love how it is matched to a vintage looking reptile strap. Every individual U-Boat watch is handcrafted in Italy and each tiny detail is overseen by Italo Fontana himself. U-Boat Italo Fontana Working Chronograph PVD Case with Black Dial-Leather Strap-1. U-Boat Accesorios Strap, Alligator, Red, 18 mm. U-Boat Classico Automatic Watch, Stainless Steel 316L, IPB, Black, 40mm, 6951. The perfect made in Italy when it comes to originality, reliability, uniqueness and craftmanship. It is pretty massively thick at 19mm as well. U-Boat has been handcrafting the finest timepieces at their factory in Italo Fontana, at the heart of Tuscany. The U-Boat Italo Fontana U-51 Rattrapante is actually 51mm wide in steel, probably larger given the complex pusher system placed on the left side of the case for comfort. So something in the 50mm wide vicinity doesn’t seem so unreasonable. It is true that given most wardrobes for American men, the most noticeable part of their outfits is their watch. I see plenty of the big watches on the wrist of guys who I am pretty sure not dedicated watch lovers – who chose the pieces for their showiness alone. While many “hot” luxury watch brands have their 15 minutes of popularity in the US and then seem to fizzle out a bit, U-Boat seems to be staying strong. ![]()
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