# Elka D07-0810 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Elka D07-0810 is a vintage-inspired field watch reviving the iconic Deutsches Heer Felduhr from WWII-era German military specifications, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case with a matte black dial, bold Arabic numerals, railway minute track, sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock, and sword hands with Super-LumiNova for excellent legibility; it's targeted at history buffs, military watch collectors, and everyday adventurers seeking robust tool-watch aesthetics powered by the reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement offering 38 hours of power reserve.

## Overall Watch Rating: 6.6/10.0

**Material Metric (9.3/10.0)** - Premium sapphire crystal with dual-side AR coating and brushed 316L stainless steel case deliver exceptional build quality, rivaling entry-level luxury tool watches like the Oris Divers Sixty-Five.

**Dials & Design Metric (8.7/10.0)** - The historically accurate black military dial with precise indices and strong lume offers standout vintage appeal and readability, on par with top microbrand homages from Weiss or Nivada Grenchen.

**Cohesiveness Metric (8.0/10.0)** - The design faithfully captures a singular military theme with consistent vintage proportions and detailing, cohesive like a purpose-built archival reissue.

**Versatility Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Excels across casual, field, and adventure scenarios with its rugged 100m water resistance and leather strap, though slightly limited for formal wear compared to more polished Tudors.

**Brand Metric (6.4/10.0)** - Elka earns solid marks as a Swiss microbrand focused on low-production historical revivals, performing like Christopher Ward in the high-premium segment.

**History & Innovation Metric (5.8/10.0)** - Strong niche historical recreation of 1940s Felduhren provides enthusiast appeal but limited innovation, similar to reissues from Zodiac or Enicar.

**Rarity Metric (5.8/10.0)** - Limited microbrand production boosts scarcity beyond its sub-$1,000 price point, on par with other small-run field watches from Boldr or Islander.

**Movement Metric (5.3/10.0)** - The workhorse Sellita SW200-1 offers reliable ETA 2824-level performance with 26 jewels and hacking seconds, standard for mid-tier automatics like those in Hamilton Khakis.

**Functions Metric (5.0/10.0)** - Core timekeeping with date and strong lume provides everyday utility, but lacks advanced features found in comparably priced GM-Ts.

**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Simple date window at 3 o'clock is functional but basic, akin to entry-level three-handers without the extras of Seiko Prospex models.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.2

## WM Collector Grade: C

## Performance Insights: Strengths in materials, design, and historical cohesiveness make it a standout for vintage field enthusiasts, while modest movement and functions temper value slightly below the $970 implied price equivalent.

## TPS Interpretation: Modest Value: The watch delivers authentic military heritage and solid construction but basic specs limit it relative to its price point.

## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**