Abercrombie & Fitch Midshipman

Long before the modern clothing brand was associated with double popped collars, cloying cologne and bare abs, Abercrombie & Fitch was the sportsman’s mecca. Established in 1982, Abercrombie & Fitch sold all manner of outdoor gear, from hunting essentials and camping equipment to more exotic offerings such as hot air balloons, leopard collars, and treadmills for exercise dogs. A&F most notably became the outfitter for a virtual ‘who’s who’ of adventurers and iconic individuals: Theodore Roosevelt outfitted multiple expeditions to Africa at A&F, as did Robert Peary ahead of his trek to the North Pole, and Clark Gable amidst his golf forays around the world.  But when it comes to A&F wristwatches, there’s much more to dive into than the widely adored Seafarer. This piece, an Abercrombie & Fitch Midshipman, dates back to the late 1950s/early 1960s and features a 33mm stainless steel case with a domed acrylic crystal, an unsigned crown, and a lovely silver dial. Sim