Mil-Tec Watch Army Vintage ME 109

In my opinion, this watch is beautiful, vintage-style, and collectible. The photos do not fully capture its charm: solid construction, a durable thick leather strap. It's a model inspired by Luftwaffe pilots’ watches, including those from the Messerschmitt Bf 109. The mechanism runs on a silver battery, which drives the quartz crystal for high precision. During World War II, such a watch was all the rage. It’s great to have such an item even now – it attracts the attention of both watch enthusiasts and others.

This watch didn't impress me. I was actually disappointed by the very convex glass, which sticks out from the case by half a centimeter and looks like a magnifying glass. The strap is quite stiff, although it will probably soften over time. One plus is the battery lock. As for the clasp, people call it solid, but in my opinion the pin is weak. The watch does indeed look interesting on the wrist, but such a large, protruding glass bothers me a lot – I think it's a serious flaw.

The watch looks even better in person than in the photos; the dial and metal case feature a deliberately aged effect, which adds to its appeal. The crystal is convex like in vintage watches, and the package includes a thick leather strap with a sturdy clasp. The hands glow in the dark, so it's easy to check the time at night (the glow fades towards the morning, but the watch remains legible). At first the strap is stiff, but it becomes more flexible and fits the wrist better over time. People with narrow wrists may need an extra hole in the strap, which a watchmaker can make. Overall, it's a great watch – definitely worth the price.

My review concerns the appearance and handling of the watch – in this category, I give it the highest rating. The watch is very well made. I probably wouldn’t wear it with a suit, but it goes very well with military-style clothing. After some time, I plan to add a review about its durability and any potential issues.

The watch is very comfortable to use, durable, and at the same time elegant – it’s suitable for sports, with a suit, and during mountain trips, as I have personally tested. The dial is easy to read, which people with poorer eyesight will appreciate. I have been using it for two years, and recently replaced the battery, but the watchmaker pointed out to me that the movement isn’t very durable for this price and can be easily flooded (as happened to me), so the price seems a bit high – hence my rating of 4.1. Best regards!

The watch looks excellent and immediately caught my attention – it has a great appearance, a solid, robust build, and a thick leather strap.

A simple watch that works perfectly in the field. It’s just a pity that it doesn’t have a sapphire crystal.

The watch looks better in real life than in the photos. It catches the attention of others – a lot of people ask me where I got it and compliment its classic appearance. It suits both sporty, everyday, and elegant outfits.

I highly recommend this watch – it is very reliable.