Time for Battle: Meet Micromilspec Watches, the Norwegian Brand Adopted by the US Space Force
Micromilspec Watches: Exclusive Timepieces for the Discerning Collector
Micromilspec Watches is an independent microwatch brand based in Oslo, Norway, known for producing custom-made mechanical watches that combine refined design and functionality.
Founder Henrik Lai, a seasoned watch designer and manufacturer, leads the brand. Micromilspec collaborates with military organizations, such as the US Space Force, the French Special Operations Command, and the Royal Norwegian Air Force 330 Squadron, to develop watches that meet the unique needs of these organizations.
Combat Diver: A Watch Born from Military Collaboration
The Combat Diver features a 316L surgical stainless steel case with PVD coating, measuring 42mm and 12mm thick. The dial boasts a wave pattern and a red marker at 7 o’clock to indicate the maximum diving depth. Oversized hands and simple indexes ensure high legibility, reflecting the brand’s minimalist Scandinavian design aesthetic.
The screw-down crown and sapphire crystal guarantee water resistance up to 200 meters. The movement is equipped with the Cal SW200-1 produced by Sellita in Switzerland, with improved accuracy by Micro Mil Spec. Available with a stainless steel bracelet or a rubber or leather strap.
Milligraph: A Tactical Chronograph for Special Operations
The Milligraph is a tactical chronograph developed through over 40 custom military projects. This watch combines chronograph and GMT functions, featuring a crown at 9 o’clock to reduce discomfort and wrist injuries during missions. The quad-grip bezel with four deep recesses improves ease of use, even when wearing gloves.
Case in microblasted grade 5 titanium, case size 42 mm, thickness 15 mm. The matte black dial features skeletonized hour and minute hands coated with Super-LumiNova and a GMT hand with a bright orange tip.
The dial has a military look, with each chronograph subdial labeled for easy adjustment, the chronograph pusher integrated into the 9 o’clock side of the watch, and the GMT scale in chapter 2. It is on the ring.
Limited to 50 pieces per year, the Milligraph is currently accepting reservations starting in September 2024. Delivery is scheduled for February 2025, and the retail price is $3,850 (approximately ¥548,000 in Japanese yen).
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