Wenger City Active / Field Sport Date (Ref. 01.1441.111 Style)
Field/Daily Wear Watch · Wenger (owned by Victorinox AG). Tier: Mid-range affordable/Entry-level Swiss.
Period: Modern (Late 2000s - early 2010s) characterized by oversized numeric indices and a polished minimalist case design.
Type
Field/Daily Wear Watch
Brand
Wenger (owned by Victorinox AG). Tier: Mid-range affordable/Entry-level Swiss.
Movement
Swiss Quartz (likely Ronda or ETA movement), 1-jewel, battery-powered.
Dimensions
Case: 40-42mm, Thickness: 10mm, Lug-to-Lug: 48mm, Lug Width: 20-22mm.
Description
This Wenger model is an entry-level Swiss timepiece that blends field watch legibility with city watch aesthetics. Its polished case gives it a dressier appearance, while the bold numerals and red second hand maintain a sporty Swiss Army heritage.
Key Features
Distinctive red Swiss Cross logo at 12 o'clock, sector dial minute track, and 6 o'clock date placement.
Dial Description
Silver/Off-white dial with a concentric sector-style inner minute track. Features applied silver-tone 3 and 9 numerals, baton indices, a red second hand, luminous sword hands, and a date window at 6 o'clock. Includes the iconic red Swiss Cross logo at 12.
Case Material
Polished Stainless Steel (316L)
Crystal Type
Mineral glass with sapphire coating (standard for Wenger) featuring significant surface scratches.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished stainless steel smooth bezel.
Crown & Pushers
Push-pull crown with small crown guards integrated into the case chassis.
Bracelet or Strap
Black alligator-embossed leather strap with tone-on-tone stitching and a steel pin buckle.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down or snap-on stainless steel caseback with Wenger branding and Swiss Cross logo.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz (likely Ronda or ETA movement), 1-jewel, battery-powered.
Water Resistance
Typically rated at 30m to 50m (3-5 ATM). Splash-proof only; not suitable for swimming or diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made (manufactured in Delemont or Porrentruy, Switzerland using outsourced Swiss movements).
Age Estimate
Circa 2010-2015 production.
Cultural Significance
Represents the accessibility of the 'Swiss Made' label during the late 20th and early 21st century for the mass market.
Condition Notes
Good to Fair. The crystal shows noticeable scratches near 3 and 4 o'clock. The case has light surface 'desk diving' microlines. The strap shows slight creasing.
Value Estimate
$40.00 - $85.00 USD (secondary market). Original MSRP was likely $125.00 - $175.00.
Care & Maintenance
Battery change every 2-3 years. Avoid immersion in water due to age and potential gasket degradation. Clean leather with a dry cloth.
Similar Watches
Victorinox Alliance, Hamilton Khaki Field Quartz, Tissot PRC 200.
Interesting Facts
Wenger was one of only two original manufacturers of the Swiss Army Knife; Victorinox acquired them in 2005 to keep the brand in Swiss hands.