The Mission
The mission of the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation is to help strengthen America by preserving the aviation history of the U.S. Marine Corps, honoring the service of its people, and inspiring in all generations an appreciation of America’s freedoms and values.
We accomplish our mission by supporting the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum, and by hosting a variety of educational programs that connect all generations with the nation’s history and bring civilian and military communities together.
We build a stronger nation by educating all generations about the contributions, character, and sacrifices of the people of USMC aviation and the missions they completed to defend America and her freedoms and values.
DIAL:
The dial honors the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation and offers 2 dial configurations with open spot @12 for your custom graphics (wings/patch/aircrew/etc), executed in a refined gold application.
CASEBACK:
The caseback comes in two variations:
• Standard caseback with FLHF or FLAM round logo and your rank, name, callsign, and service dates.
• Upgrade option: Fully custom caseback design featuring your story, career highlights, and service dates. We will work with you to design the artwork and provide as many design revision mockups as needed until it is perfect for you.
BEZEL RING:
The watch features a Modular Bezel System (MBS), allowing the bezel ring to be exchanged for alternate colors or a custom bezel for special occasions.
The MBS—consisting of a bezel ring and insert—is secured with four precision screws, enabling you to easily switch the look and character of your timepiece at your leisure.
Bezel insert options include Black, Blue, Red, and Green. Custom Cerakote bezels with personalized engraving can be produced to your specification.
SPECS:
Classic watch model:
• 42mm width (46mm with crown)
• 50mm lug to lug
• 14mm thick
• 22mm wide strap
The case is constructed from 316L surgical-grade stainless steel with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and is water-resistant to 300 meters / 1,000 feet.
MOVEMENT:
The movement is the engine that powers your watch.
Standard: Swiss Quartz (battery) movement.
Upgrades available:
• Swiss ETA 2824-2 Automatic movement (found in high-end brands like Rolex, Omega, and Breitling) with approximately 40-hour power reserve.
• Upgraded quartz movement with a 10-year battery.
The standard battery movement runs approximately 2–3 years before requiring a simple battery replacement.
Previous projects to show level of detail we can include in your custom caseback engraving
SPECIFICATIONS
• Case Size: 42mm (46mm with crown)
• Case Thickness: 14.20mm
• Lug to Lug: 50mm
• Lug Width: 22mm
• Case Weight: 178 grams
• Depth Rating: 300m / 1,000 ft
• Sapphire Crystal Glass
• Screw-in Crown
• Caseback with Screws
• Swappable Bezel System (unidirectional)
• Bracelet with pins and safety clasp
Handcrafted Watches
Tell Your Story
Each timepiece is made to order, designed to reflect your milestones.
METAL BRACELET
The 22mm metal bracelet for the 42mm Classic watch is comprised of solid links and is secured to the watch with solid end-pieces. The links use pins, and the buckle is equipped with a safety clasp.
WATER DEPTH RATING
The Classic watch features a screw-down crown and caseback which seals the watch and enables a water depth rating of 300 meters (1,000 feet) and secures the inside of the watch from the elements.
MOVEMENT / ENGINE
The movement driving your timepiece is a Swiss engine. Power your watch with your choice of quartz-analog 2-yr battery movement, included in base price, or upgrade to 10-yr Quartz movement, or the automatic self-winding mechanical movement with 25 jewels (shown here).
CASE MATERIAL
The 316L steel material is ideally resistant to environmental corrosion and provides an optimum hypoallergenic function for contact with your skin. So regardless if you have a desk job, are engaged in covert spec-ops missions, or you’re just an avid sportsman, your timepiece will survive whatever you throw at it.
DIAL FABRICATION
The dial fabrication is done in-house; produced either in a metallic gold application, or in color using a traditional manual Swiss dial printing machine building up one color at a time to create the design. Your watch is handcrafted and made-to-order.
BEZEL RING
The watch features a swappable bezel system (uni-directional), secured with 4 retention screws. Select from 4 standard bezel ring colors; or upgrade to Custom Bezel in your choice of cerakote coating color and engraved numbers & graphics.
