{"product_id":"porsche-design-military-chronograph-pvd-ref-7177","title":"*Unpolished* Porsche Design Military Chronograph PVD (Ref. 7177)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1972, Porsche Design brought the functional aesthetic of automotive design to the wrist, partnering with Swiss manufacturer Orfina to produce its earliest watches. The resulting chronographs have earned a devoted following for their distinctive styling, motorsport connections, and memorable appearances on the silver screen. Among them, the black PVD models remain the quintessential expression of Porsche Design’s original vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its black dial, contrasting markings, and purposeful case design, the Military Chronograph ref. 7177 channels the clear, instrument-driven layout of a period Porsche 911 dashboard. The distinctive red “3H” marking denotes hydrogen-3, better known as tritium, used for the watch’s luminous material. Beneath that utilitarian exterior is the robust automatic Lemania cal. 5100, a movement whose durability and readily legible chronograph display made it particularly well suited to military applications. These qualities helped establish the broader Porsche Design military chronograph family as a trusted tool among armed forces and civilian enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unpolished example offers an especially compelling expression of the ref. 7177, preserving the case’s original lines and the purposeful character that defines these early Porsche Design watches. Combining automotive influence, military functionality, and an unmistakable presence on the wrist, it represents a distinctive chapter in the evolution of the modern tool chronograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\" width=\"47%\"\u003eStock #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\" width=\"2%\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\" width=\"47%\"\u003ePDMILPVD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eOrfina Porsche Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eMilitary Chronograph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e7177\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eSerial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e16XX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eMen's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eStainless Steel \"Factory PVD\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eMatte Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eMillimeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003eBracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003ePorsche Design PVD \"NSA\" Bracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCASE \u0026amp; BRACELET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original factory black PVD case is in remarkable condition, displaying only nominal signs of prior wear, with the factory-applied black PVD coating fully intact. The case retains its original PVD pump pushers and Porsche Design-signed PVD crown, which remain in perfect condition. The stainless steel case back is extremely crisp and retains all of its original factory engravings, while exhibiting some light wear and tool marks. The watch comes supplied on its original black PVD Porsche Design bracelet, which exhibits slightly more wear than the case, though it remains in exceptional overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIAL \u0026amp; HANDS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte black dial is flawless. The tritium lume on the dial and hands exhibits no degradation when inspected under UV light and features a mostly matching vivid yellow patina, though the 7 o'clock marker has aged slightly darker than the others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eACCESSORIES \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone. The watch is keeping time perfectly, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Porsche Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67604013154413,"sku":"PDMILPVD","price":6150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1104\/9180\/files\/28092026_3H_01_473e12fd-a746-4fd9-8a9a-bc61d6b7326f.jpg?v=1790717345","url":"https:\/\/www.craftandtailored.com\/products\/porsche-design-military-chronograph-pvd-ref-7177","provider":"Craft + Tailored","version":"1.0","type":"link"}