2023 Vero Smokey Bear "The Smokey '44" Automatic 38mm
Ref: THE SMOKEY '44
Specification
Lugs : 20mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box & Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty
Points of Mention
This watch is sold with its original Vero “Smokey Bear” box and paperwork. It comes with a 20mm vintage-style leather strap and pin buckle, plus a 20mm NATO strap with satin-finished hardware. The watch is from Circa 2023 and is in worn condition, but overall, it is in very fair condition, as you can see. The watch comes with our 12-Months Warranty.
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The Watch
Here we have a 2023 Vero Smokey Bear "The Smokey '44" Automatic, taking its design cues from the “Dirty Dozen” military field watches of World War Two with a 38mm satin finished stainless steel round case that curves over your wrist with tapered lugs. A lug-to-lug length of 46mm and a case thickness of 12mm ensures a comfortable fit on your wrist. On the right side, a deep-knurled polished crown with a tree symbol brushed cap. The polished smooth bezel holds a domed sapphire crystal above a dark brown grain textured dial. An outer minute rail track with lume pips at the hour surrounding large white Arabic 12-hour numerals above smaller red 24-hour numerals marking the hours, steel spade and syringe hands filled with Super-LumiNova are complemented by a white-tipped seconds hand, at noon we have Smokey Bear, a character created in 1944 to help prevent forest fires, “Only You” is the slogan used at that time, at 6 o’clock a stylised tree representing the forest. On the reverse, a screw-down case back with the details around the edge and “If It's Too Hot To It’s Too Hot To Leave” “Only You can prevent wildfires” in the centre, inside an automatic Seiko Cal. NH38A, 24 jewels, beating at 21,600 beats per hour, this workhorse movement has hand winding and hacking seconds for your convenience. The watch comes paired with a 20mm quick-release vintage-style leather strap and pin buckle, plus a 20mm NATO strap and satin-finished hardware. It also comes with its Vero “Smokey Bear” presentation box and paperwork.
Personal Note
This Vero Smokey Bear "The Smokey '44" offers a wonderful alternative to most field watches whilst reminding those of an important message. Smokey Bear, a character created in 1944 to help prevent forest fires, “Only You” is the slogan used at that time, at 6 o’clock a stylised tree represents the forest. On the case back it is stated “If It's Too Hot To It’s Too Hot To Leave” “Only You can prevent wildfires”, an important reminder. I would not hesitate to add this watch to your collection today!
The Brand
Vero watches are a testament to the power of passion and dedication in creating something truly extraordinary. In 2015, two watch enthusiasts and close friends, Chris Boudreaux and Danny Recordon, embarked on a journey that would lead to the birth of Vero. What started as a simple conversation over beers blossomed into a vision for crafting high-quality, American-made timepieces that were also affordable. Their story began in Portland, Oregon, where they delved into the world of watchmaking with no prior experience. Through guidance from a local expert and armed with a used CNC mill, they secured a small workspace to bring their vision to life. The name "Vero," which means "truth" in Italian, encapsulates their commitment to authenticity and quality. Although they transitioned to using reputable Swiss manufacturers for their parts in 2020, the essence of their brand remains rooted in their humble beginnings and steadfast dedication to their craft.