The Wristwatch Field Guide

REC The Habu

The REC The Habu is a current-production pilot watch with a grade 2 titanium case, finished with grey pvd, sandblasted. It is priced above the $1,750 median for the category.

All REC watchesExotic-material pilot watchesTitaniumUnder $5,000
Price
$1,995
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 2
Water resistance
50 m
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
12.3 mm
Origin
Denmark
Movement
Manual hand-wound
Caliber
Sellita SW270-1 M
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Grey PVD, sandblasted
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
FKM rubber strap (Kevlar inlay)
Crystal
Sapphire, AR coated
Display back
No
Dial
Grey (lower dial repurposed SR-71 titanium)
Dial colours
Grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Pre-order, ships from Feb 2027; limited to 1,372
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Weight, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Caseback, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: REC Watches (maker) Spec checksGrade Jun 2026Price Aug 2026 Suggested by u/Potential-Peace6416
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the REC The Habu?

The REC The Habu has a grade 2 titanium case. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the REC The Habu?

It is 40.0 mm in diameter, 12.3 mm thick, and water resistant to 50 m.

How much does the REC The Habu cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $1,995.

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