Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTOMATIC: 101-A10vsS.U.F Helsinki Vetehinen
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Measurements
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HOLTON AUTOMATIC: 101-A10
Vetehinen
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Thickness
14mm
11.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
40h
42h
highest
MSRP
$792
lowest
$4,391
Movement
Seiko NH35
Soprod A10
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTOMATIC: 101-A10 is noted as an issued watch for UKSF, bearing a crow's foot and NSN marking. One owner reports the dial lume is lackluster, potentially due to the vintage aesthetic influencing the choice of Super-LumiNova. Overall, owners rate the Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTOMATIC: 101-A10 for its military provenance and issued status.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the S.U.F Helsinki Vetehinen for its sharp aesthetic, minimalist Scandinavian design, and unique artistic bent, with particular acclaim for the Voutilainen-made sunburst dial and striking hands. Some note the broad, brushed bezel may show scratches, and the large crown can occasionally rub the back of the hand. The watch is priced at €4,750 and features a 42mm steel case with Sarpaneva's signature concave curves. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the S.U.F Helsinki Vetehinen highly for its distinctive Finnish character and artistic dial work.
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