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The classic double sunk enamel dial is inspired by classic pocket watches from the past. The double sunk enamel dial is made of three separate pieces and then soldered together to make the dial; the same technique that was used on pocket watch dials over 100 years ago. The three different layers of enamel give the dial depth and add to the overall beauty of the watch. This kind of dial can only be made by a very experienced and skilled enamel dial craftsman.
The Grand Feu (French for “Great Fire”) technique was utilized to make these dials. Creating an enamel watch dial is a high-risk art. Enameling is a technique in which powdered glass is applied to a metal plate. The surface is then heated to a temperature high enough to cause the powdered glass to melt and form a new surface. The Grand Feu technique raises the stakes. The repeated baking of successive layers of enamel at extremely high temperatures ensures a uniquely crisp aesthetic while permanently setting the enamel. Using such high heat to create these beautiful dials also poses a risk: each time it is re-fired, the danger of cracking, melting or burning increases. With great risk comes great reward – the appearance of a real glass enamel dial is unmistakable.
Under this extraordinary dial is RGM’s original in-house movement: Caliber 801. Inspired by America’s great watchmaking history, the 801 highlights classic bridge shapes, reminiscent of Keystone Howard Watch Company’s Edward Howard model. The unique winding click is inspired by the Illinois Illini model. The entirely hand finished and decorated 801 movement denotes the quality of its construction, including polished and blued steel components. The movement can also be customized.
The watch is housed in a polished stainless steel Pennsylvania series case. With its large lugs and ribbed sides, the watch is architecture on the wrist. Like many of the components of the Caliber 801, the case is also made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA, and finished by hand.
RGM 222-RR -- A WatchCarefully Review
Sun, 04 November 2018 14:56
C. Bradley Jacobs
Some images provided by RGM Watch Co.
Nov 2018
In 2017, the RGM Watch Company celebrated 25 years in existence with a party at the NAWCC Watch Museum and the release of some special timepieces. Earlier in his career, the founder of the company, Roland G. Murphy, had worked as Technical Manager for Hamilton in Lancaster, Pennsylvania when he began independently producing small series of Swiss movement-powered watches from his home in 1992. A quarter-century later, RGM can be found operating from an old bank building in nearby Mt. Joy (image below), where a staff of experienced watchmakers and designers now produce watch movements in-house, apply hand-turned guilloché, and even use locally-made cases, boxes and other accessories. They are internationally renowned as America's finest producer of wristwatches and for keeping many elements of traditional craftsmanship alive. Though some of their movements and parts are still provided by European manufacturers, they are best known for their in-house productions: Caliber 801, a large round movement evocative of the finest American-made pocketwatch movements, Caliber 20, a tonneau-shaped complicated movement introduced for the 20th anniversary of the brand, and the only tourbillon wristwatch ever serially produced in the USA, the Pennsylvania Tourbillon.
Alongside the modern marvels they produce, and their devotion to reviving the lost arts of American watchmaking, RGM has also made a name for themselves with their Reference 222 (Roland G. Murphy Signature Series)which almost single-handedly spawned a trend for re-purposing smaller US-made pocketwatch movements of high grade into wristwatches. So it is fitting that they have chosen to issue a revision of the 222 that celebrates another icon of American horology: the Railroad Watch.
Christened with reference 222-RR, the new piece utilizes the same basic case as the original 222 (introduced ca. 2005) and is driven by a vintage Hamilton 10-size movement--either Grade 921 or Grade 923, all produced down the road in Lancaster, PA between 1937 and the mid-1950s. RGM no longer offers the lower-grade 917 or 945, choosing instead to focus on the most heavily refined and technologically advanced of the 4 movements in that family.
There are two significant and obvious differences between the earlier 222s and the new 222-RR; whereas the 222 used the open-face Hamilton calibers in a "side-winder" format (the crown at 3 and the sub-dial at 9:00) the new 222-RR keeps the crown at the 12:00 dial position,but both the crown and 12:00 are canted a bit clockwise, just to the right of the upper strap lugs. The second difference is the stunning enamel dial, reminiscent of those first used on railroad watches in the mid-1920s.
The 222-RR features a dial of true fired enamel, also known as 'grand feu,' whose bold block numerals recreate the style of railroad pocketwatches often called Boxcar Dials. As early as the 1890s, railroadworkers were required to possess watches of certified accuracy and clear readability, intended to deter the possibility of train collisions. A departure from the style of early RR watches, Elgin and other major American firms began to offer the thick, utilitarian numerals seen here beginning in 1924.
The connection of this watch to those of the early inter-war years is also reflected in the aforementioned positioning of the crown. During World War I, the benefits of a wristwatch (over a pocketwatch) became evident to servicemen in action. This prompted a surge in production of watches for the wrist among American companies whose watches typically focused on pocket watches for men and considered 'wristlet' watches a novelty or jewelry item, mainly suitable for women. As a result, the watch producers found themselves using the movements of womens' pendant watches as the basis for wristwatches for men. This was a simple transition for hunter-style movements (crown at 3:00, seconds at 6:00) but meant that using open-face movements for the wrist would require the printing of new dials...or make some simple adjustments. Thus, there came into existence examples of 'transitional' wristwatches whose configuration is reflected in today's RGM 222-RR.
All 222-RR enamel dials are white with black numerals, and they employ a unique set of hands created especially for this model. They are blued steel in the traditional railroad shape, but their aesthetically pleasing proportions are specific to this watch. The example 222-RR shown here is motivated by a Hamilton Grade 923, made in 1946. Although Railroad specifications through the 1920s-1960s required a watch of 16-size, in order to keep the 222-RR manageable for the wrist, employing a 10-size movement was necessary. Happily, the Hamilton 923 (23 jewels, fewer than 3600 produced) and its sibling Grade 921 (21 jewels, approx. 54,000 produced) were highly refined and adjusted for accuracy that helped them meet or exceed expectations of railroad accuracy. That they were built in Lancaster, PA, a short drive from RGM's home, reinforces the noteworthiness of this watch, the first to combine such significant American watchmaking history with a modern homage to the great railroadmen's watches of yore.
Before building any vintage Hamilton caliber in to a Ref 222, a single RGM watchmaker performs restoration and improvement activities--installing a new purpose-made mainspring, polishing any discolored parts to better-then-new condition, and executing a complete overhaul and lubrication. The balance is poised, the movement is adjusted and monitored then, only after having been cased and observed for some days, it is approved for release to its new owner.
Due to the size of the classic movement RGM uses, the 222 watches measure 41.0 mm x 12.0 mm, in cases of 316L Stainless Steel. Sapphire crystals are installed front and back; water resistance is 5 ATM. RGM supplies the 222-RR on sturdy Hirsch Liberty leather straps with ample thickness, contrasting stitching and 22mm width tapering to 20mm ends. A shapely steel buckle is provided, subtly engraved with the RGM logo.
Prices for the RGM 222-RR begin at $5900 US for an example with Grade 921 movement. The price of $7900 for a watch with the Grade 923 movement reflects the extreme difficulty of obtaining (and atmospheric rise in prices asked for) Grade 923 movement and parts in the requisite exemplary condition to be considered for use in an RGM watch. Although Hamilton produced hundreds of thousands of movements in the 917/945.921/923 family, barely over 300 Grade 923s (on average) left the Hamilton factory during each year of its production.
Some technical specifications from a vintage Hamilton catalogue:
Reflections of the author:
Having now owned this piece since the middle of 2018, and an RGM 222-E since 2005, I'm quite comfortable with its size. It is comparable to many watches powered by modern ETA 6497/6498 movements (e.g., Eberhard Traversetolo, Chronoswiss TimeMaster, Panerai, etc) and perhaps a bit more wearable than some. The 222-RR has a fairly thin bezel, so the 41mm case admirably manages to act as a subtle showcase for about 37 millimetres of dial. As the dial is true enamel, with the reflectiveness and amazing contrast typical of that material, the case and bezel would be easy to ignore, but for the substantial size of the lugs (which, frankly, I would prefer to be less obtrusive).
The fantastic dial is accentuated by the unusual angle at which it is displayed--the overall effect has retained its novelty for months now--and I find myself drawn to admire this watch as often as to tell the time.
As with all RGM watches, the quality of their production (and of the components provided by their external suppliers) is top-notch, so there are no distractions or complaints here. Any inadvertent oversights in their quality department are quickly rectified--this I know through personal experience. But more significant to me is that every element of this watch is harmonious. The lustre of the dial, the depth of the sunken seconds register, the hue and shape of the hands, the weight of all the printed elements, the color of the straps, the design itself--everything combines to give the wearer the impression of having a true railroad watch for the wrist.
The rear view of the watch does just what it should. It simply and directly (again, a thin bezel is key here) provides one a window into another time. Although RGM has made subtle improvements to the movement within, it remains an example of the highest-quality American made movement of its class and, though not a true RR-grade watch (as described above) it is surely the most apt substitute, whether in 23- or 21-jewel form. The 222-RR looks and feels like a little piece of 20th-century history for the wrist and I consider it to be another significant accomplishment by RGM in their quest to represent and maintain the high horological standards of American watchmaking.
Thanks for your time,
Brad
Inspired by art and old-world craft, RGM Watch Company has created men’s and ladies’ watches with art and handcraft as the main theme. The RGM Artwork watches feature the talents of artists from all over the world. Included techniques are Cloisonné, Wood Marquetry, and miniature hand painting, one using luminous paint, and the other performed on a mother of pearl canvas.
The Men’s watches highlight the art of Cloisonné and Wood Marquetry. The Cloisonné dial is inspired by Claude Monet’s Regatta at Argenteuil. From St Augustine, Florida, the Castillo de San Marcos is the inspiration for the Wood Marquetry dial. The art on the dial is framed by a 40mm stainless steel coin-edged USA made case, with a Swiss automatic movement fitted with a solid gold winding rotor made by RGM.
The Ladies’ watches showcase hand painting in miniature. A lotus flower is portrayed using luminous paint, revealing depth and character to the piece. The other watch features a floral design with a Blue Titmouse painted on mother of pearl, which brings the scene to life. These pieces of art are framed in a 28mm solid rose gold case, or optional stainless-steel case, and are powered by a manual wind Swiss movement.
Like our other old-world crafts, Guilloche and Grand Feu enamel, these techniques can also be commissioned in a unique bespoke piece per the client’s wishes.
Custom, one-of-a-kind pieces are a hallmark of RGM. These works of art for the wrist continue that tradition.
We are very excited about the new watches we will be showing for the first time at WatchTime New York next week. We will be introducing 5 unique special pieces, we hope you can come and join us. There are still tickets available for Saturday but they are going quick.
Back in 1988 I worked in Product Development for Hamilton Watch Co. in Lancaster , PA here in the USA. Hamilton had a line of retro watches which were remakes of models they had made back in the 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s. I worked for the Vice President in charge of Product Development, he asked me to put together a watch for Robin Williams because they needed a period looking watch for his upcoming movie (Dead Poets Society). We also had the watch engraved to commemorate the movie. I had never seen the watch again since 1988 until a few days ago when a picture of it turned up in a newsletter about the auction of Mr. Williams collectibles, it was nice to know that he held on to the watch all those years. The watch model was the Hamilton Cabot.
Dead Poets Society Movie Trailer
Seeing that picture reminded me of other movies I had put watches together for.
Older version of a Sugar Bowl watch but the logo was the same. Also, the Hamilton movie watch was yellow gold-filled.
Also, back in the 1980’s when working at Hamilton I put a watch together for Dennis Quaid, the movie was called (Everybody's All-American). They needed a 1950’s looking watch with the Sugar Bowl logo on the dial. Hamilton still had a gold-filled, top loading automatic watch in their line that looked like a 1950’s or 60’s watch. My department was also in charge of the logo watches they made back then, and Kenny Derr who had worked there since the 40’s had a bunch of old dials. I was able to find an original 1950’s dial from is junk box. I fit the old dial to the new watch and it looked just like an original watch that would have been given to the players back in the 50’s. I wonder where this watch is today? Maybe Mr. Quaid still has it.
Movie scene with watch on Mr. Quaid’s wrist.
Everybody’s All-American Movie Trailer
In the late 1990’s Albert Brooks who I had met at a watch show contacted me, he asked if I would supply a few watches for him to wear in his up coming movie (The Muse). Of course, these were RGM watches, he wore an RGM 101M, and a stainless steel RGM chronograph in the movie. If you look at the movie credits RGM is mentioned. I am told Mr. Brooks still has these watches today.
Thanks for listening to my little walk-down watch and movie memory lane.
Roland Murphy
Here is a picture of me in June of this year visiting my old friend Philippe Dufour during my last trip to Switzerland.
I first met Philippe just a few years after starting RGM, this was back around 1993/94. This was long before he was well known as he is today. During my many trips to Switzerland back when I was younger I would often stop and see him, and spend a little time talking about watchmaking. I remember visiting him at his house back when his workshop was in the attic, he had a computer in front of him and he was working on the CAD design of a perpetual calendar for Daniel Roth. I remember him telling me that Daniel Roth ask him to make nice curves, he wanted classic beautiful shapes in his watch. Philippe would do some work back then for other watchmakers, like he did back in the day building Grande Sonnerie pocket watches for Audemars Piguet.
Under his own name Phillip built the first Grande et Petite Sonnerie wristwatch, then built his Duality wristwatch with dual escapements and balances, and then came his Simplicity. You can read more about these watches in this article from my friends at Quill & Pad. https://quillandpad.com/2018/02/24/philippe-dufour-matters-not-secret-archive-2/
I took my wife by to see Phillip and see what he was working on. He let me take a few pictures of his current project a Grande Sonnerie pocket watch very much like the ones he made many years ago for AP. He also pulled out of his vault two of his Simplicty watches, number #000 and #001, the very first ones!
Philippe is the only person I know who calls me by my last name, he’s being doing if for more then 20 years. It makes me smile when I see him somewhere and hear “Murphy”!
Roland
We were very pleased to hear that the RGM Model 455 Custom watch hit the auction hammer over $5000 Saturday night. We are happy that our efforts are rewarded, and the money will benefit the NAWCC, (National Assoiciation of Watch & Clock Collectors)
Last Fall, to help the NAWCC ( National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors) raise money to support the museum, we made and donated a special custom RGM watch to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the museum. Here is the blog with more information click here.
Just a half a year or more later the NAWCC is celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the organization. We decided to make another custom watch to commemorate the 75th. This watch is one of our RGM Model 455 Chronographs with a few changes. We have printed "NAWCC 75 Years" on the dial, and we have hd a beautiful hand engraving done on the case-back of "Tommy Ticker", the same image on the side of the NAWCC Museum.
I have had a long relationship with the NAWCC from the first time I visited the museum with my father back in 1979.
In the 1980"s and 1990's I volunteered restoring clocks and watches for them, and from the early 2000's to present we have had several RGM events there, and worked closely with them to further the preservation of timepieces, and interest in all things Horology.
We hope you will consider bidding on the NAWCC's 75th Anniversary Custom RGM watch. All proceeds will benefit this fine organization that is dedicated to preserving the history of Horology.
Roland Murphy
Link to Revolution site click here
July 11, 2018
William Penn founded the state of Pennsylvania in the USA, promising many fundamental freedoms, including the freedom of religion. As a result, many immigrants, fleeing religious persecution, came to and settled in Pennsylvania (including the Amish).
RGM, based in Mount Joy, PA, debuted the William Penn collection, consisting of three models (one with sub-second, one with date and one with a moon phase), about 18 years ago. Now, RGM is reissuing the William Penn in a moon phase version only, using new old stock.
“I have always loved the William Penn models but when we introduced them back around the year 2000, big watches were taking over, and the Penn models were considered too small, at 40mm, for many collectors,” RGM’s founder Roland Murphy explains. “Today, sizes are coming down a bit and the Penn is now not too small for many watch lovers. We had enough parts to make 10 watches with the moon phase, and we only needed dials. So, we got to work and made new engine-turned dials for the 10 watches. To date, we have sold six of the 10 we can build.”
The William Penn is available in 316L stainless steel or 18K rose gold.
RGM William Pann Model with 316L stainless steel case
RGM William Pann Model with 18k solid rose gold case
RGM/Jaquet 736 Movement
Technical Specifications
Movement:
RGM/Jaquet 736, Swiss made manual wind, 19 jewels, 21,600 vph, Rhodium Plated, Côtes de Genève, Perlage
Case:
316L stainless steel or 18k solid rose gold, Rectangular case, Sapphire crystal front and back
Dial:
Solid Argentium silver, Hand-cut guilloché, Arabic numerals, Moon phase, Power reserve, Blued steel hands
Strap:
Black alligator
Price:
Stainless steel – US$7,900 or 18k solid rose gold – US$12,900
I was one of the 5 craft people featured during the 2015 Balvenie Rare Craft Collection Tour; Mr. Bourdain picked the final 5 that were included. We did the 3 day event in New York, Houston, and Chicago, from October to December 2015. I had the opportunity to talk with Anthony on a number of occasions and enjoyed the atmosphere of these events. We have many fond memories.
Just a few weeks ago we were contacted about doing an episode of Raw Craft with Anthony. We were looking forward to working with him again, and having him come visit us here in Pennsylvania.
Everyone at RGM extends our sincere condolences to Anthony Bourdain's family and friends.
Roland Murphy
IW Magazine from the year 2000
Many of you might remember when we introduced the first William Penn model back in the year 2000, here is a picture of the IW magazine cover that featured the 120-S, the version with the sub-second.
We found parts to make 10 of the model 121-M which is the moonphase version, we did not have any of the old dials so we manufactured and Engine-Turned brand new dials for this model.
The RGM Model 121-M is available in stainless steel, and 18K rose gold.
Model 102-J
We worked on two case designs for our jumping hour watch back in the 90’s, we liked both of them very much, but we only needed one model. We decided to make the 102-J with the rectangular case, we ordered dials, hands, and solid gold cases. Unfortunately, the case-maker in Switzerland that we used back then made a mistake and made the wrong case style, we refer to this model as the 102-JC, the “C” stands for Cushion for the case shape, and the “J” is for Jumping Hour.
Model 102-JC
After almost having a heart attack we regrouped. We had dials and hands for one model, and a case for the other, and we could not even offer a watch for sale. So, the decision was made for us, there would be two different RGM Jumping Hour models. Now we had to buy more gold cases, dials, and hands so we could build both models. Of course, this came with a big financial strain, but we worked thru it. Fortunately, both models were popular and sold well. We made 100 of each model.
The 102-J had a 5N solid rose gold case with a full silver Engine-Turned dial.
The 102-JC had a 4N solid rose gold case with a silver dial with only a Breguet line around main chapter ring. We did then make 5 pieces with the full Engine-Turned dial.
Gold color: 5N has a darker rose color compared to 4N.
We hope you like these old stories, we like to share them when one comes to mind.
Best Regards,
Roland
A couple of weeks ago Director Michael Culyba and Director of Photography Ben Wolf were here at RGM filming for a new independent film called Keeper of Time. Keeper of Time is a feature length documentary film currently in production that explores the history of horology, mechanical watchmaking, and the very concept of time itself.
They will also be filming a few watchmakers in Europe, going to Greenwich and several other locations. The movie will be out in about a year and half.
We were very pleased we were chosen to be part of this project.
Saturday May 19th 24 members of the Riesentöter Region - Porsche Club of America visited us for a tour and demonstrations of how we make our watches. RGM's founder Roland Murphy demonstrated one of our Rose Engines showing how we create the beautiful hand made patterns on our dials.
We let one of the younger visitors in the group try a little Engine-Turning, Roland showed her some of the basics and she was able to keep a nice souvenir that she helped make.
We want to thank all the visitors from the club who made the trip in the rain out to RGM and brought their beautiful cars with them!
By: B.A Morley, Editor, TheWatchIndex.com
Updated March 14, 2018
Welcome back to our third installment of our American Watch Brand series. For this article, we’re heading all the way to Mount Joy, Pennsylvania to learn about a rather incredible American watch brand, RGM.
But first… here’s a bit of information about the American watch industry today. The United States does not have a large watchmaking industry, so many brands source their movements and materials from countries such as Switzerland, China, Taiwan, and Japan. Although there are many brands that design and assemble their watches here in the states, very few brands produce true made-in-America watches.
That’s one way in which RGM is different. RGM pushes the boundaries of US watchmaking by manufacturing their own watch parts, cases, and movements here in the US. Ninety percent of their materials are made in America, and the remaining ten percent are sourced from Switzerland.
Roland G. Murphy, founder of RGM, has always had a “desire to make [his] own movements here in the USA, not in a large industrial way but in a small series of hand crafted timepieces. [He] pursued this for many years and [they] sold the first watch with one of [their] in-house movements in 2007.” The brand’s first in-house movement was the Caliber 801, and they’re still producing this movement today. Since 2007, RGM has added an additional three in-house movements to their lineup: the Tourbillon, the Caliber 20, and the Caliber 801-SW.
As for their watchmaking process, RGM uses both traditional watchmaking tools, as well as some modern machines like their CNC milling machines. If you’re interested in the process of making a watch, RGM has quite a few watchmaking videos, such as the workshop sneak peek video below. You can see all of their videos here.
Some of their most popular models include the 801-COE and PS-801-EE, and both of these models feature RGM’s American-made, 801 movement. The 801-COE was “inspired by the US Corps of Engineers watches from WWI, with a real glass-fired enamel dial and blue steel hands,” and the 801-EE model blends “two old world arts, a Grand Feu real glass enamel skeleton dial and a hand-cut engine-turned (guilloche) main-plate."
Although RGM manufactures their own in-house movements, they also offer a few watches with Swiss-made movements, including the 151 models. The 151 models feature a stainless steel or titanium American-made case, and there are quite a few variations to choose from, so it’s easy to find a watch that fits your style. These watches are powered by the RGM-ETA 2892-A2 automatic movement, and prices range from $2,950 to $4,350.
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RGM also offers a trade-in program, which is a unique program that not many watch brands provide their customers. According to Murphy, their trade-in program began when one of their customers could not buy a watch until they sold a watch that they already owned. Murphy decided that offering a trade-in option would be a good way to sell more watches and help customers trade a watch that they do not wear for a watch that they’re interested in. This is a great alternative for customers nervous about selling a watch online.
To trade-in a watch, customers should email pictures of the watch to RGM, and RGM will determine what they can offer in trade. Customers can trade-in many different types and brands of watches. If you’re interested in this program, you can learn more here!
Because RGM manufactures their own watches, that gives them more freedom to customize watches. For instance, the 801-COE model offers optional add-ons, such as a “hacking second” feature, wolfs tooth winding wheels, a custom engraved balance bridge, and a motor barrel system. This allows buyers to choose features that mean the most to them and to make their RGM watch unique.
Another option that RGM offers is custom-made watches (also known as bespoke watches). Murphy says that they make quite a few “custom watches for individuals or small series for companies,” and custom watches can include “modifying a model [they] have with a new dial and hands, adding a special engraving, or making something entirely new.” Here are examples of some of their custom-made watches.
All-in-all, RGM is creating some rather incredible watches, and they’re helping to bring back traditional watchmaking to the United States. When asked where RGM is heading next, Murphy was excited to say that they’re working on a smaller in-house movement, as well as a new sport model. Stayed tuned for details!
Over the years we have had several RGM case knives made; it's a bit of a tradition in the watch industry for watch companies to have these knives. I collect case knives with all different watch brands on them.
Our newest RGM case knife is now available on the RGM accessory page. The new knife is the first one we have had that does not close. It's a rigid knife, which is better for working with as a watchmaker.
The first two in the new series are red or black, both knives have the same printing on them and the RGM logo.
Below is the original artwork for this project.
This is from the Lancaster Newspaper
A watch made to commemorate the National Watch & Clock Museum’s 40th anniversary last year has been sold at auction, raising $7,200 for the Columbia museum.
The unique watch, made by RGM Watch Co. of Mount Joy, was sold last month to Ken Hogwood. Hogwood donated the watch back to the museum.
This one-of-a-kind watch, made by RGM Watch Co. to commemorate the National Watch & Clock Museum’s 40th anniversary last year, has sold at auction for $7,200.
The watch features the museum’s 40th anniversary logo and the logo of the museum’s owner, the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors.
Hogwood, who lives in Tennessee and Florida, is a NAWCC Fellow, a title that signifies outstanding service to the organization. He was one of six bidders for the watch.
We have needed a new model for people who frequently travel and need to know the time in another timezone. The Model 350-TZBD, which has Super-Luminova hands and dial markers for low light visibility, fills that need. The small second timezone dial is convenient to use and easy to set. See the video at the bottom of this post for setting instructions.
We also wanted the date to be a prominent feature on this model, so the center location is perfect for readability and balances the look of the dial nicely.
RGM 350-TZBD: The "TZ" in the name stands for "Timezone", and the "BD" stands for "Big-Date"
A new watch with a Timezone feature is a perfect addition to our lineup of fine mechanical watches. We are sure business men and travelers will enjoy this easy to use and practical wristwatch.
We are very happy to announce we are working with Richard Sachs again in 2018 going forward, and will be one of the sponsors of his RS Cyclocross team.
Many of you will remember we sponsored the RS Cyclocross team for eight years up thru 2014. We also made a special limited edition North Pointer RS version wristwatch that was very successful and sold out many years ago.
We are also happy to announce we are working on a new RGM/RS wristwatch that will be available later this year. And, as with anything made by RGM or Ricahrd Sachs, quality comes first.
There's nothing like a partnership of craftsman!
