Hawkinge, Type 48 Date
$5952,426
37.8 mm100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Mk II Hawkinge Type 48 Date is perfect for enthusiasts of vintage military aesthetics who desire modern reliability. Its size is comfortable, and the craftsmanship — right down to the Côtes de Genève rotor decorations — ensures you’re getting value for money. A thoroughly appealing watch for daily wear or as part of a collection.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 37.8mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 37.8 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a 48.5 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- CG05-1002S
- Released
- 2023
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 37.8 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 48.5 mm
- Thickness
- 12.8 mm
- Lug width
- 18 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective coating on interior surface only
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Indices
- stick
- Lume
- Yes — SuperLumiNova BGW9
- Strap / bracelet
- leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Time, Date
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Mk II Watches
Mk II Watches strives to reinterpret and evolve classic watch designs that blend utility, reliability, and timelessness. The brand aims to celebrate the past while offering modern functionality, catering to both collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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