Vortic Watch Co

Vortic Watch Co We salvage and restore antique American pocket watches and turn them into one of a kind wristwatches in Fort Collins Colorado.

Made in USA and Built in Colorado. One new, one-of-a-kind wristwatch arrives daily: check out our Watch of the Day! The Vortic Watch Company is a high-end wristwatch engineering and manufacturing company based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Our inspiration lies in pairing classic watchmaking techniques and traditions with innovative, modern technology.

The Springfield 177 features a warm honey-gold dial accented by bold black Arabic numerals and elegant blued open-circle...
05/27/2026

The Springfield 177 features a warm honey-gold dial accented by bold black Arabic numerals and elegant blued open-circle hands that give the watch a refined early twentieth-century character. A recessed sub-seconds register maintains the proportions of the original pocket watch design while allowing the dial’s natural aging and coloration to remain the focal point.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1921 showcases striped finishing, polished gearing, and ruby jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case and paired with a black Cordovan leather strap, the Springfield 177 combines mechanical craftsmanship with understated visual character earned over more than a century.

The Springfield 175 features a naturally aged silver-toned dial with dramatic edge patina, bold black Arabic numerals, a...
05/25/2026

The Springfield 175 features a naturally aged silver-toned dial with dramatic edge patina, bold black Arabic numerals, and an engraved central medallion with ornate scrollwork surrounding the Illinois signature. Elegant blued hands and a recessed sub-seconds register preserve the proportions and character of the original pocket watch design.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement manufactured in 1926 showcases striped finishing, visible gearing, and ruby jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with a tumbled G5 titanium bezel and brown leather strap, the Springfield 175 blends mechanical craftsmanship with over a century of earned character.

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The Chicago 117 features a warm ivory dial with bold black Arabic numerals, sculpted blued Louis-style hands, and a rece...
05/20/2026

The Chicago 117 features a warm ivory dial with bold black Arabic numerals, sculpted blued Louis-style hands, and a recessed sub-seconds register that preserves the proportions of the original pocket watch design. Subtle natural aging across the dial adds depth and character while maintaining a clean and highly legible appearance.

Inside, a 17-jewel Elgin movement manufactured in 1922 showcases brushed finishing, visible gold-toned gearing, and ruby jewel settings through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with a sandblasted bezel, pre-patinated bronze crown, and brown leather strap, the Chicago 117 balances early American craftsmanship with an understated contemporary presence.

The Cleveland 005 features a warm ivory textured dial with bold black Arabic numerals, ornate blued openwork hands, and ...
05/18/2026

The Cleveland 005 features a warm ivory textured dial with bold black Arabic numerals, ornate blued openwork hands, and a recessed sub-seconds register that preserves the proportions of the original pocket watch design.

Inside, a 19-jewel Ball movement manufactured in 1926 showcases striped damaskeening, polished steel components, and gold-toned gears through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s black DLC-coated titanium V2 case and paired with a black cordovan strap, the Cleveland 005 combines railroad-grade precision with a darker interpretation of American watchmaking history.

The Springfield 174 features a warm silvered dial with a brushed central field, bold black Arabic numerals, and a recess...
05/13/2026

The Springfield 174 features a warm silvered dial with a brushed central field, bold black Arabic numerals, and a recessed sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock. Distinctive blued-steel hands with open-circle tips add elegant contrast, while the segmented outer minute track reinforces the watch’s balanced, early 20th-century design.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement from 1917 showcases Geneva striping, polished steel components, and gold-plated gears visible through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with the original crown-at-12 orientation preserved, the Springfield 174 pairs understated refinement with classic American watchmaking craftsmanship.

The Chicago 116 features a clean enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, a precise black minute track, and a recess...
05/11/2026

The Chicago 116 features a clean enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, a precise black minute track, and a recessed sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock. Blued-steel hands sweep across the dial beneath a black DLC-coated bezel, while a pre-patinated bronze crown introduces warmth and contrast to the otherwise monochromatic design.

Inside, a 17-jewel Elgin movement from 1918 showcases geometric damaskeening, polished steel components, and gold-toned gears visible through the exhibition caseback. Housed in Vortic’s machined stainless steel V3 case with the original crown-at-12 orientation preserved, the Chicago 116 blends industrial American watchmaking heritage with a darker, more contemporary edge.

The Springfield 173 features a clean enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, red outer minute markers, and a recess...
05/06/2026

The Springfield 173 features a clean enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, red outer minute markers, and a recessed sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock. Light surface aging and subtle hairlines add character while preserving excellent legibility, complemented by deep blued-steel hands.

Inside, a 17-jewel Illinois movement from 1917 showcases Geneva striping, polished steel components, and gold-toned gears. Housed in a tumbled stainless steel case with a crown at 12 o’clock, the Springfield 173 offers a balanced blend of early American precision and honest, time-earned character.

Come see this watch in person at Windup Watch Fair in San Francisco this weekend!The Lancaster 132 features a crisp enam...
05/01/2026

Come see this watch in person at Windup Watch Fair in San Francisco this weekend!

The Lancaster 132 features a crisp enamel dial signed “George E. Butler, San Francisco,” with bold black Arabic numerals, red outer minute markers, and a recessed sub-seconds register. Blued-steel hands provide contrast against the clean white surface, preserving a classic early 20th-century aesthetic.

Inside, a 19-jewel Hamilton movement from 1911 showcases damaskeened finishing, polished steel components, and gold-toned gears. Notably, each component within the movement carries its own serial marking, forming a rare, non-interchangeable assembly that has remained intact for over a century. Housed in a machined stainless steel case with a crown at 12 o’clock, the Lancaster 132 stands as a singular example of American watchmaking history preserved in its original form.

The Springfield 172 features a vertically striped dial with natural patina and darkened edges, giving the surface depth ...
04/23/2026

The Springfield 172 features a vertically striped dial with natural patina and darkened edges, giving the surface depth and character that evolves under changing light. Bold black Arabic numerals maintain strong legibility, while a recessed sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock adds balance and dimension.

The machined stainless steel case and bezel provide a clean, modern frame, complemented by a crown positioned at 12 o’clock and a black leather strap that keeps the focus on the dial.

Inside, a 19-jewel Illinois movement from 1923 showcases Geneva striping, polished steel components, and gold-toned gears through the open caseback. Representing a higher-grade example of early American watchmaking, the Springfield 172 pairs mechanical refinement with a dial that offers both texture and authenticity in equal measure.

The Boston 069 features a bright enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, a precise minute track, and subtle red fiv...
04/20/2026

The Boston 069 features a bright enamel dial with bold black Arabic numerals, a precise minute track, and subtle red five-minute markers that add a restrained touch of color. A recessed sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock provides balance, while the retailer signature “Shreve, Crump & Low Co., Boston” adds a distinctive and collectible element to the dial.

The sandblasted stainless steel case and bezel offer a clean, matte frame, complemented by a machined crown positioned at 12 o’clock and a brown leather strap that grounds the overall design.

Inside, a 19-jewel Waltham movement from 1906 showcases engraved bridges, polished steel components, and gold-plated gears through the open caseback. Produced during a period of refinement in American watchmaking and retailed by one of the country’s oldest luxury jewelers, the Boston 069 preserves that legacy—combining mechanical precision, historical provenance, and a dial that stands apart in both detail and significance.

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324 Jefferson Street
Fort Collins, CO
80524

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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+18552857884

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