Limited edition REC automatic wrist watch made from metal from Mk1a Spitfire aircraft

Original nearly unworn REC wrist watch in good condition. Still falls within the guarantee of 36 months (date of issue 18-01-2024)Made from Mk1a Spitfire aircraft X4009, flown by Australian fighter-ace Pat Hughes during the Battle of Britain.The X4009 Series is an exclusive limited edition timepiece crafted from the historic Mk1a Spitfire aircraft X4009, once piloted by Australian fighter ace Paterson Clarence Hughes during the iconic Battle of Britain.Pat Hughes, DFC, is celebrated as one of Australia's greatest WWII fighter aces, credited with up to 17 victories during the pivotal 1940 aerial campaign. The X4009, currently undergoing restoration by the Hunter Fighter Collection charity, holds a remarkable combat legacy.Each X4009 timepiece features aluminum from the aircraft's original fuselage, offering owners a unique connection to history while supporting the restoration of this legendary Spitfire.