171st Air Refueling Wing x Durrant - Steel
$6453,979
42 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
This Stirling Timepieces collaboration is a striking homage to military craftsmanship, making it an ideal choice for enthusiasts of aviation and military heritage. With a unique design that likely leans on robust, utilitarian aesthetics, it appears to offer solid value for $645, especially for those captivated by the 171st Air Refueling Wing spirit. I recommend this watch if you're seeking a distinctive piece that combines functional appeal with a meaningful backstory.
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This bespoke edition of the Durrant – Steel has been created exclusively for members of 171st Air Refueling Wing . Built for professionals who work in some of the most demanding environments on earth, the Durrant combines field-ready durability with understated design. Each piece features a dial print. The dial carries the clean, utilitarian aesthetic of the standard Durrant but with subtle, unit-specific detailing unique to this collaboration. Watches will be produced and assembled once the order window closes 31st May 2026, with delivery estimated at 3–5 months from that point. Please note: Due to the use of a screw-down caseback, engraving orientation cannot be guaranteed. While we take great care to match colours as closely as possible to the approved digital render, slight variations…
6.5
SolidSensei Score — Solid
A dependable choice; know the trade-offs going in.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (200m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- 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 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- STC-D03A-C-171
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 200 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Bezel
- Dive (unidirectional)
- Caseback
- Closed
- Indices
- indices
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- rubber
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Stirling Timepieces
Stirling Timepieces is committed to producing high-quality, rugged watches specifically designed for the needs of military personnel and outdoor enthusiasts. The brand emphasizes community, donating a portion of profits to combat-related charities, particularly those supporting veterans with mental health conditions.
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