TYPE 21

THE STORY The Airain Type 21 stands as a tribute to a 1960s vintage model unearthed at a Sotheby’s auction in 2021. Rooted in the original 1950s designs, both the Type 21 and its sibling, the Type 20, faithfully embody the era’s aesthetics and functionalities. They feature a hand-wound column wheel chronograph with a flyback function and a countdown bezel. Interestingly, the Type 21 emerged from a French Ministry of Defence request in 1956, seeking an upgraded version of the Type 20 with enhanced durability and reduced maintenance requirements. Displaying a sleek black dial with Grade X1 ‘Old Radium’ lume, the Type 21 proudly bears the Airain crown logo and the distinct ‘Type 21’ marking. Notably, its bezel boasts a luminous triangle at the 12 o’clock mark. While the stainless steel case measures 39.0mm (bezel 39.5mm) — slightly larger than the original — it maintains the classic allure while meeting contemporary standards. The Type 21 Re-Edition is powered by the caliber AM2, meticulously crafted by Manufacture AMT, Sellita’s high-end division in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. TECHNICAL DATA Model: Type 21 Reference: 423.438 Case Material: Stainless steel Diameter: 39.5mm (bezel)