SKU: P-34-AF-SLB-GYCK1

Arctic Field Ice Sunray

Name: Arctic Field Ice Sunray
Brand: Praesidus
SKU: P-34-AF-SLB-GYCK1
Price: 195.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$195.00

Description

A field watch engineered around the smaller 34 mm case diameters common to the 1960s US military issue, redesigned for the operational demands of Cold War Arctic reconnaissance. The compact size reduces snag risk on layered clothing, and maintains the low-profile presence expected of gear built strictly for function.

The 9.4mm wide case is slides under gloves, parkas, and thermal sleeves without interference. Its fully sandblasted finish eliminates shine, cutting reflections in the extreme brightness of snowfields and ice - an essential detail when operating in environments where glare is constant and vision needs to stay uncompromised.

Powered by a VH31 meca-quartz movement, chosen for dependable performance and smooth sweep that echoes mechanical timekeeping while retaining quartz reliability. It remains consistent where traditional movements often slow under cold stress.

Inspired more from the USSR style of Arctic watches, a light blue sunray dial and red second hand were used.

The case resists corrosion, impact, and rapid temperature shifts. Built as an issued-grade tool for the northern frontier, the Arctic Field carries only what cold-weather operations require.

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Variant

Arctic Field Ice Sunray

$195.00

Arctic Glare Control: The Sunray Light Blue Dial

The Sunray Light Blue dial is engineered for Arctic glare management. Its cold-blue tone reduces reflection off snow and ice, giving clearer readability in bright, open-terrain conditions where white and dark dials wash out. The subtle sunray finish maintains visibility without creating shine, while the red seconds hand provides immediate contrast for quick timing under flat winter light.

A purpose-built option for operations in exposed, high-glare environments, where controlling reflection becomes as important as telling time.

Arctic‑Grade Design

Inspired by the iconic GG‑W‑113 spec published by the U.S. Military in 1967, the Field Arctic carries forward all the key elements of clarity and reliability, reinterpreted for frozen terrain. The original GG‑W‑113 spec was most famously relied upon by U.S. pilots during the Vietnam War as a dependable tool.
For the Arctic edition, we respected those specifications while adapting them to extreme cold: a bead‑blasted case to reduce glare against ice, luminous markers for visibility in snow and low light, and dial options engineered for Arctic conditions. The result is a high‑performance watch that honors its military roots while being purpose‑built for silence, endurance, and survival in sub‑zero environments.

Arctic Glare Control: The Sunray Light Blue Dial

The Sunray Light Blue dial is engineered for Arctic glare management. Its cold-blue tone reduces reflection off snow and ice, giving clearer readability in bright, open-terrain conditions where white and dark dials wash out. The subtle sunray finish maintains visibility without creating shine, while the red seconds hand provides immediate contrast for quick timing under flat winter light.

A purpose-built option for operations in exposed, high-glare environments, where controlling reflection becomes as important as telling time.

Arctic‑Grade Design

Inspired by the iconic GG‑W‑113 spec published by the U.S. Military in 1967, the Field Arctic carries forward all the key elements of clarity and reliability, reinterpreted for frozen terrain. The original GG‑W‑113 spec was most famously relied upon by U.S. pilots during the Vietnam War as a dependable tool.
For the Arctic edition, we respected those specifications while adapting them to extreme cold: a bead‑blasted case to reduce glare against ice, luminous markers for visibility in snow and low light, and dial options engineered for Arctic conditions. The result is a high‑performance watch that honors its military roots while being purpose‑built for silence, endurance, and survival in sub‑zero environments.

Rugged Construction & Meca-Quartz Movement

We’ve built the Arctic Field with the tools required to honor its name as a true cold‑weather field watch. Featuring a sapphire‑coated crystal and 5ATM water resistance, it’s engineered to withstand snow, ice, and sudden shifts in temperature. The 34mm case size reduces glare with a full bead‑blast finish, while remaining slim enough to stay comfortable under gloves or sleeves.
At its core, the Arctic Field runs on the highly dependable VH31 meca-quartz movement; delivering precision and reliability in the harshest conditions. This is gear designed for clarity, endurance, and survival in frozen terrain.

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