X4009 Midnight Blue – Delivery From October 2026
$2,120968
41 mm100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The REC X4009 Midnight Blue isn't just a watch; it's a piece of aviation history. This meticulous homage to the famed Spitfire aircraft is perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike, offering a unique blend of craftsmanship and storytelling. At a pre-order price of $2,120, it represents solid value for such a historical connection.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 41 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a 48.7 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 20011
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 41 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 48.7 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L Stainless Steel, aluminum
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- Dive (unidirectional)
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- blue
- Dial finish
- Sunburst
- Indices
- Arabic
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- calf leather
- Clasp
- butterfly
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
REC Watches
REC Watches embodies the philosophy of 'Recover, Recycle, Reclaim', where they salvage materials from legendary vehicles to create timepieces that carry rich narratives. Each watch is not just an accessory, but a conversation starter and a tribute to the legacy of its source.
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