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Ingersoll I00903B The New England Automatic Black Leather Strap Watch - W4997
Ref. I00903B
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The New England name reaches back to Ingersoll's American origins, though the brand now operates under British ownership, and this collection carries a character that sits somewhere between working dress watch and conversation piece. The open balance wheel visible at six o'clock on the dial, with the movement further exposed through a caseback, is central to the design — the mechanics are part of what the watch is showing you. At 15.2mm thick, it sits high on the wrist and makes no apology for it; this is a watch that reads as substantial rather than discreet, suited to a rolled-up sleeve or an open collar rather than a board-room cuff. The white dial carries bold Arabic numerals and separates its day and date displays to nine and three respectively, keeping the layout legible despite everything else asking for attention. The black leather strap is textured and stitched, wearing in rather than down over time.
- Reference
- I00903B
- Brand
- Ingersoll
- Case size
- 42mm
- Case thickness
- 15.2mm
- Lug width
- 22mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case shape
- Round
- Dial
- White
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Movement
- Automatic
- Functions
- Day-date, Skeleton dial
- Water resistance
- 50m
- Bracelet / strap
- Leather strap
- Strap colour
- Black
- Clasp
- Buckle
- Lume
- Luminous
- Retailer
- F.Hinds
Manufacturer’s guarantee
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Frequently asked questions, and things you should know about this watch
Can I swim with it?
Showering yes, swimming no. 50m covers splashes and brief immersion, but a swimming stroke generates well above the pressure that figure describes.
Will the glass scratch?
It can, over time. Mineral glass handles daily wear but will pick up fine scratches that sapphire would not.
Does it need a battery?
No. It is automatic — the motion of your wrist winds it, and there is no cell to replace.
What size strap does it take?
22mm. Any strap of that width will fit, and on most modern watches quick-release bars make the swap a two-minute job with no tools.
Is it a men's or women's watch?
Listed as men's.
Cheapest place to buy
F.Hinds is the only UK retailer we track stocking this reference, so there is nothing to compare it against today.
Who are F.Hinds?
F.Hinds has been run by the same family since 1856 and is now in its fifth generation, with more than 115 shops across England and Wales. They are a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council and an Authorised Diamond Dealer.
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