Type 21 423.438 Watch

The Watch

Airain is a watchmaking brand rooted in the history of aviation and maritime navigation, drawing particular inspiration from the iconic military timepieces of the 20th century. The brand is dedicated to creating watches that embody the spirit of adventure and exploration, built on the pillars of durability, functionality, and timeless style. Its timepieces are crafted for those who value authenticity and heritage - from adventurers to professionals alike. Honoring this legacy, Airain leverages the latest technological advances to guarantee optimal performance and long-term reliability. The brand's watches are renowned for their quality craftsmanship, dependable movements, and meticulous attention to detail. This magnificent Type 21 Watch features a distinctive design inspired by a 1960s reference. It is built around a round stainless steel case with a sleek silver finish and a combination of brushed and polished surfaces. The case measures 39.50 mm in diameter, with a lug-to-lug length of 47.75 mm and a thickness of 10.85 mm - dimensions that sit perfectly on both men's and women's wrists. The case is topped by a domed sapphire crystal that shields the dial from daily shocks and scratches. Anti-reflective treated on the inner surface, it ensures optimal legibility from every angle. The watch also features a bidirectional notched bezel with a visual countdown scale and a Superluminova "Old Radium" Grade X1 marker. A crown and two pushers at 2, 3, and 4 o'clock allow easy adjustment of the various functions. Finally, the screwed caseback guarantees water resistance to 5 ATM.

The Dial

This stunning black dial brings a heightened sense of elegance to the timepiece. Its edge features a minute track alongside white Arabic numerals for precise timekeeping, followed by beige Arabic numerals marking the hours. Both the numerals and the three hands are coated with a Superluminova "Old Radium" Grade X1 treatment, ensuring excellent legibility even in low-light conditions. The hands display the hours via the short hand and the minutes via the long hand, while the slender seconds hand tracks the chronograph seconds. For added functionality, two sub-dials at 3 and 9 o'clock indicate the 30-minute and small seconds functions respectively. Finally, the brand name and logo are printed just below the 12 o'clock index, with the "Type 21" designation positioned opposite.

The Movement

This watch is powered by a Swiss-made manual-winding mechanical movement - specifically the AM2 caliber from AMT manufacture, paired with a flyback complication that drives the central functions. With 23 jewels, this movement delivers a power reserve of 63 hours and ensures the precision of the counters and hands.

The Strap

The strap on this model is crafted from genuine cognac leather, designed to complement both men's and women's wrists with its refined look and beige double stitching. Exceptionally comfortable, it pairs effortlessly with any outfit, adding a vintage touch and a charming finishing note to this exceptional watch. The strap features a 20 mm lug width and fastens easily with an Airain logo-engraved pin buckle.

Water Resistance

With a water resistance of 50 meters - or 5 ATM in watchmaking terms - this timepiece can handle a splash but isn't built for prolonged water exposure. You can wear it in the shower on occasion, but to preserve the quality and precision of the movement, our specialists strongly advise keeping it away from H2O in the bath, pool, or sea. In short: no swimming, no diving, and no extended contact or immersion.