Vulcan XH558 Stainless Steel and Timber Watch
The Finningley Collection
The design studio is based in Manjimup Western Australia, set in its own 15 hectare forest. They know what it’s like to work with timber. Manjimup is home to some of world’s hardest timbers. Native Jarrah trees were used as sleepers on the London Underground and used to make roads in parts of Europe.
This is where the sustainable timber originates that is part of each Vulcan XH558 Stainless Steel and Timber timepiece.
This unique timepiece combines the strength and durability of stainless steel with highlights of walnut timber providing warmth and style on the case and strap.
The dial displays the iconic Vulcan delta-winged shape, ‘Spirit of Great Britain’ and ‘XH558’ text, a full colour union flag and features a calendar movement window.
Each comes complete in its own dark brown bamboo presentation box engraved with The Finningley Collection logo.
The Finningley Collection range honours the link between XH558 and her home at Doncaster Sheffield Airport - previously RAF Finningley.
Today, the majority of the site has been transformed into a modern international airport, but from 1915 to 1996 it was an operational station of significant importance to our nation’s defences. At the end of the 1950’s work was carried out to the base for it to operate as a V-bomber station. The airfield became known as the home of the V-bomber after Avro Vulcan, Handley Page Victor and Vickers Valiant aircraft had all been stationed at the base.
XH558 operated on this site between 1961 and early 1968. When she landed for the final time in 2015 on the long, ex-military runway, former RAF Finningley became her final operational base and the focus of the many exciting developments that will follow.
Watch movements are the heart and brains of our timekeeping devices. The Vulcan XH558 Stainless Steel and Timber Watch is fitted with a Miyota quartz watch movement - these are made by the Miyota division of Citizen Ltd. Miyota provides watch movements for leading brands worldwide, focusing on high quality and high precision. Their heritage dates back to 1959 when Citizen Watch established a movement-making factory with a spirit of excellence and innovation.
PRODUCT INFO:
- Case: Stainless steel and walnut timber
- Blank stainless steel caseback for personal engraving
- Calendar movement window
- Dial: Full Colour
- Strap: Stainless steel & walnut timber
- Strap Width: 20mm
- Movement: Japanese quartz - Battery included
- Case size: 56mm
- Glass: Scratch resistant
- Fits wrist up to 220mm
Is my watch waterproof?
Vulcan XH558 timber watches are splash proof. Activities that might include full immersion in water such as showering or swimming are not recommended and will cause failure of the watch. Water ingress is not covered by the warranty.
Can I change the battery?
Vulcan XH558 timepieces have been designed to be user friendly, the selection of the Miyota Japanese movement enables the wearer to change the battery with relative ease. The battery is located behind the timber back plate which is accessed by the removal of four screws. Alternatively your local watch repairer will be able to undertake this task for you.
Care for my watch
Your new timepiece is protected with natural oils which gives it water resistant properties. We recommend using a good quality furniture polish applied to a soft cloth. Wipe on gently and buff off to finish.
Do not spray furniture polish directly on to the watch, apply to cloth first.
Return and Warranty Period
If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase we offer a 14 day return policy.
Contact us for return information by emailing [email protected] We will advise return details and arrange an exchange or refund when the watch has been received and inspected.
Your timepiece has a 12 month workmanship warranty from the date of purchase. Please keep your delivery receipt which will act as your warranty. The warranty does not include general wear and tear, water ingress and battery failure.
