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REC The Habu

The REC The Habu is a current-production pilot watch with a grey grade 2 case, finished with grey pvd, sandblasted. It measures 40.0 mm across, 12.3 mm thick, and is water resistant to 50 m. Inside is the Sellita SW270-1 M manual hand-wound movement. Complications: Time only. Priced from $1,995 (Pre-order; $2,395 retail). Brand origin: Denmark.

Titanium and ceramic pilot watchesTitaniumUnder $5,000
Reference
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Type
Pilot
Price
$1,995 · Pre-order; $2,395 retail
Case diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
12.3 mm
Lug-to-lug
–
Water resistance
50 m
Weight
–
Origin
Denmark
Movement
Manual hand-wound
Caliber
Sellita SW270-1 M
Power reserve
–
Complications
Time only
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 2
Colour
Grey
Hardness
–
Construction
–
Surface treatment
Grey PVD, sandblasted
Caseback
–
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
FKM rubber strap (Kevlar inlay)
Matching bracelet
–
Crystal
Sapphire, AR coated
Display back
No
Dial
Grey (lower dial repurposed SR-71 titanium)
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Pre-order, ships from Feb 2027; limited to 1,372
High confidence Verified Jun 2026 Source: REC Watches (maker) Maker / listing ↗ 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 grey grade 2 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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