Geležinis Vilkas
IRON WOLF | NH72-592A706
Dedicated to the 700 anniversary of Vilnius city – a capital of Lithuania. It was designed in accordance to the medieval legend of the Vilnius city establishment and it`s mythical defender – Geležinis Vilkas (Iron Wolf) with mechanical "heart" inside.
According to the legend, Grand Duke Gediminas (ca. 1275 – 1341) was hunting in the sacred forest where Vilnia River flows into the Neris River. After the hunt, the Grand Duke fell asleep and dreamed of a huge Iron Wolf standing on top a hill and howling as strong and loud as a hundred wolves. In the morning the Grand Duke asked his pagan priest to interpret the dream.
"What is destined for the ruler and the State of Lithuania, is thus: the Iron Wolf represents a castle and a city which will be established by you on this site. This city will be the capital of the Lithuania lands and the dwelling of their rulers, and the glory of their deeds shall echo throughout the world." – the priest told him. Gediminas obeying the will of goods, established the city named Vilnius – from the stream of the Vilnia river.
This particular model characterized by bold and rugged design, reflecting the strength and resilience of its owner. The timepiece features a 43 mm stainless steel case with a brushed finishing, lending it a rugged yet refined appearance. Solid stainless steel bracelet designed with a reference to medieval metal armor of knights.
Powered by a reliable mechanical skeleton movement that coated in special Ruthenium Grey color.
DESIGN FEATURES
- Stainless steel watch case with shifted black crown
- Solid bracelet with ”rivets” and solid buckle with double lock made in style of medieval armors
- The dial has indexes in shape of wolf’s fangs and contour of Tower of the Gediminas Castle at 6H
- A luminous image of the Iron Wolf head appears on the crystal in the dark near the Tower which Wolf is defending within last 7 centuries.
