So you want an adventure watch? Well, look no further. Today, I’m offering my Ball Fireman Nightbreaker. Screw down crown? Check. 100m water resistance? Check. Shock resistance? Check. Anti-magnetic? Check. Tritium tubes for lume? Check. Sapphire crystal? Check. I've worn this watch sailing in Bermuda, hiking in Montana, snorkeling in Galapagos, and everywhere in between. This watch runs on a Ball RR1103 (based on the venerable ETA 2824-2). The blue dial with concentric circles is supremely legible and the red second hand adds a nice pop of color. Ball’s famous tritium lume offers a consistent glow without needing to charge up. The 40mm Fireman case is very comfortable on the wrist and a real strap monster. It comes with inner and outer boxes, warranty card, and I’ll include a blue and grey NATO strap. Mechanically, the watch is in great condition. I had a full COA service done on this watch at Right Time in Denver in February 2022 and since then it is running beautifully. Most recently, my timing app shows it running +3 spd. Cosmetically, the watch shows signs of its active lifestyle and the price reflects that. There are visible scratches on the case, bezel, and bracelet; add your own during your adventures and soon you won’t be able to tell mine from yours. The crystal is unmarked. **Price:** $600, shipped CONUS **Movement:** Ball RR1103 (ETA 2824-2) **Case material:** steel **Case diameter:** 40mm **Lug width:** 20mm **Lug to lug:** 48.5mm **Water resistance:** 100m
Estimated Private Party Value $600 — $750
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