Circula ProFlight Anthracite Pilot Watch

Pilot watches were developed about a century ago to reliably and precisely display time to pilots during flight. The most important characteristics of a classic pilot watch are therefore robustness and an easily readable dial.

Although these watches are no longer exclusively worn by pilots today, these aviation traditions are reflected in current models. Our Circula ProFlight combines historical elements of pilot watches with modern design, creating a timeless aesthetic. With a diameter of 40 mm, our pilot watches are ideally suited for most wrists.

Similar to field watches, our mechanical pilot watch foregoes a rotating bezel. The ProFlight is a classic three-hand watch with the characteristically large numerals of a pilot watch. These, as well as the indices and hands, are filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova®, allowing the time to be read easily and precisely even in the dark. Instead of the 12 o'clock position, there is the triangle with two dots typical for Baumuster A, which historically allowed pilots to read the time at a glance even under stress or in poor visibility conditions.

Thanks to a soft iron cage, our high-quality pilot watch is anti-magnetic up to 80,000 A/m, protecting the mechanical movement (Sellita SW200-1 in Elaboré grade) from magnetic fields in cockpits as well as from the influences of smartphones, laptops, and other electronic devices. The 316L stainless steel case is particularly scratch-resistant due to a special surface treatment and sapphire crystal. With water resistance up to 15 ATM, the pilot watch is not only suitable for everyday use but also perfectly equipped for water landings and subsequent swimming and diving.

The ProFlight is a unique pilot watch that skillfully combines modern design with the classic features of historical pilot watches. The carefully hand-sandblasted, faceted stainless steel case is not only robust but also anti-magnetic up to 80,000 A/m, protecting the reliable Swiss movement inside. With sapphire crystal and a special surface treatment, the case is particularly resistant to scratches and everyday wear.

The numerals on the dial are individually designed to ensure perfect readability and reflect the design codes of the case through a subtle blend of hard edges and precise curves. A circular structure within the dial reflects the rotation of the "propeller" seconds hand, giving the watch a dynamic and striking appearance.

As a traditional brand from Pforzheim, Circula stands for quality "Made in Germany". The ProFlight is equipped with a Swiss automatic movement, the Sellita SW200-1 caliber in Elaboré grade. Additionally, the watch offers anti-magnetism up to 80,000 A/m thanks to a soft iron cage that protects the movement from magnetic field interference. The case is scratch-resistant up to 1,200 Vickers due to surface hardening, and both the hands and indices are filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova®, guaranteeing optimal readability even in poor lighting conditions. The ProFlight is also water-resistant up to 150 meters and features a luminous, screw-down crown. With a diameter of 40 mm, a lug-to-lug length of 46 mm, and a height of 12 mm, the watch is perfectly sized for a comfortable fit on the wrist.

Specifications

• Construction: 3-part case, screwed steel back, screw-down crown, soft iron cage around the movement for anti-magnetic shielding up to 80,000 A/m
• Material: Stainless 316L steel
• Finish: Scratch-resistant up to 1,200 Vickers due to special surface treatment, sandblasted, embossed steel back with magnetic field map, embossed crown with Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 luminescence
• Watch crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, slightly domed and double anti-reflective coating on the inside
• Water resistance: 15 ATM
• Color: Steel
• Diameter: 40 mm
• Height: 12 mm without crystal; 13.4 mm with crystal
• Lug-to-lug length: 46 mm
• Lug width: 20 mm
• Max. wrist circumference: 21 cm with canvas strap, 22 cm with steel bracelet
• Weight: 95 g with canvas strap, 170 g with full-length steel bracelet
• Caliber: Automatic movement Sellita SW200-1 Elaboré grade, Made in Switzerland (no date position for the crown)
• Vibrations: 28,800 per hour
• Power reserve: At least 38 hours, typically 41 hours
• Accuracy: -5/+7 seconds per day, fine-tuned in Pforzheim
• Jewels: 26 jewels
• Special features: Incabloc® shock protection, ball-bearing rotor, bidirectional winding by the rotor, also hand-windable, hacking seconds, no date position
• Place of production: Pforzheim, Quality Made in Germany
• Dial: Circular structure inside as a reflection of the rotation behind the propeller seconds hand, matte structure outside, filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova® luminous material. The numerals are individually designed for optimal readability and combine sharp edges with precise curves that echo the design codes of the case.

• Anthracite: Numerals filled with C3 X1 (green luminescence)
• Blue: Numerals filled with BGW9 (blue luminescence)

• Hands:

• Anthracite: Brushed, filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova® C3 X1 (green luminescence)
• Blue: Heat-blued steel hands, filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 (blue luminescence)

• Strap: Nylon canvas strap with genuine leather on the inside, quick-change system and scratch-resistant pin buckle / Solid, scratch-resistant steel bracelet with quick-change system, screwed links (incl. screwdriver) and safety clasp with fine adjustment in 3 positions