Department Of Energy x Durrant - Steel
$640578
42 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Department Of Energy x Durrant - Steel is a robust choice for professionals needing a reliable timepiece in tough environments. With its solid build and subtle design, it caters perfectly to those who appreciate functionality without unnecessary embellishments. For the price, this bespoke watch offers substantial value, especially for the specified user base.
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This bespoke edition of the Durrant – Steel has been created exclusively for members of the Department Of Energy. 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 an engraved caseback and dial print. The dial carries the clean, utilitarian aesthetic of the standard Durrant but with subtle, unit-specific detailing unique to this collaboration. Please note that any applicable import duties or taxes will be the responsibility of the customer at the point of delivery. Watches will be produced and assembled once the order window closes on 31st March 2026, with delivery estimated at 3–5 months from that point. Please note: due to the use of a screw-down caseback, engravin…
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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-DO3A-DOEP
- Released
- 2026
- 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
- Count-up
- Caseback
- Engraved
- Indices
- indices
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Super-LumiNova
- 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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