Fears Archival 1930
The Archival 1930 is a limited edition rectangular watch by Fears, meticulously crafted in Britain to mark the company's 175th anniversary. This final batch comprises just 130 pieces, each featuring original vintage movements and hand-finishing.
Hand-built to reflect the art deco style of Fears' 1930s watch, the Archival 1930 boasts a slim, rectangular case machined from high-grade 316L stainless steel in Germany. It retains the elegant proportions of its predecessor while subtly increasing in size to suit modern tastes. The case is finished with a blend of brushed and polished surfaces, designed to sit comfortably on the wrist. The winding crown bears the distinctive Fears ‘pipette’ logo.
The dial, reminiscent of the original, features a polished base plated in 18ct yellow gold, topped with a matte Champagne finish. Crisp black ‘Deco’ numerals offer clear contrast, complementing the vintage gold border.
Precision-crafted ‘Fears-shaped’ hands, expertly milled and diamond-polished, enhance visibility with their rich blue hue against the light dial.
Housing a rare ‘new old stock’ ETA 2360 movement from the 1960s, each watch undergoes meticulous rebuild and reconditioning in Fears' workshop, ensuring reliable timekeeping within +/-20 seconds a day.
Accompanied by a handmade Bristol Leather strap in Oxblood Red and presented in a bespoke Fears Blue stained wooden box, the Archival 1930 is a testament to craftsmanship and heritage, limited to just 175 pieces, each uniquely numbered to signify its historical significance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Brand: Fears
Condition: New
Case Size: 22.0 mm
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Dial Colour: Other
Colour: Silver
Movement: Automatic
Water Resistance: 30 m
Power Reserve: 38 hrs
Glass: Sapphire
Style / Type: Dress
Strap: Leather
Lug width: 20 mm
Strap colour: Brown
SHIPPING
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All international orders are shipped via Fedex Priority or Australia Post. All Australian orders are shipped via TNT, TOLL IPEC, Startrack or Australia Post. Items will be dispatched within 3 business days of purchase unless specifically advised otherwise within the product description.
Tracking details of all shipments are emailed upon dispatch. All shipping enquiries should be sent to sales@timeandtidewatches.com
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
Your item can be returned 14 days after purchase for any reason for a full refund. Return requests can be initiated through the self-serve form at the bottom of our Refunds and Exchanges page. Once your request is received, our team will contact you to arrange the return of your watch. Returned items must be unused and in their original packaging. We reserve the right to refuse a return if the product(s) show signs of wear.
WARRANTY
Every Fears watch comes with an international manufacturer’s warranty of two years.
Fears's warranty covers all manufacturing defects occurring during normal use, as described in their warranty conditions. Fears will replace free of charge any defective components due to a manufacturing error found by their workshop.
Please note Fears's warranty is not applicable in the following cases:
- Theft, loss.
- Wear and tear and normal ageing of the watch (scratched glass, impact on the case...)
- All types of damage to the entire watch (or part of it) resulting from improper handling or use, lack of maintenance, negligence, accident (drop, scratch, crush, broken glass, etc.), improper use of the watch or failure to follow the instructions provided.
- All types of damage indirectly related or consequential to normal wear and tear of the watch, such as non-functioning, defects or inaccuracies of the watch.
This warranty is void if the watch has been damaged by accident, negligence of persons other than authorised Fears sales or services agents, unauthorised service, or other factors not due to defects in materials or workmanship.
The warranty is void if the serial numbers or product date codes or other tracking marks have been removed, altered or obliterated.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
If you have any questions or customer service enquiries, please contact our Customer Service team at sales@timeandtidewatches.com or via +61 3 4422 2044.
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