Uniquely Timed

Watches are nothing short of statements that you make about the kind of person you are, and the essence of your personal style. Whether it is a humble, minimalistic piece or a flashy multi-tiered timepiece, every watch represents something different to different people, and we are here to explore some special gems that sparkle in their own universe.

Timex Men Intelligent Quartz Compass Model

The spirit of exploration requires you to be ready for any and all situations, and if you are the kind of man who wants to conquer the high seas, then this is the perfect watch for you; as it comes with a fourth hand, designed to enable survival features, such as a tide tracker, a thermometer for both air and water, as well a physical compass. You even get an indigo nightlight to see underwater, as long as you keep to 100 meters. The machinery is protected by a stainless steel case, which prominently displays the directions. The look is completed with a soft leather strap that is comfortable to bear and adds a rugged look to the watch. You can get this simple yet effective piece for around ₹9,995.

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Zinvo Turbine Watch

This is another aeronautically themed piece, with the watch face decorated with titanium blades in the shape of a turbine fan. The body itself is made from gunmetal, which offers a sleek sheen to the body that has a double-sided display for watching the internals; which displays the self-winding Japanese Miyota movement. The hands themselves are subtly displayed, which is a nice contrast to the bold design of the watch. This piece will cost you around ₹20,000.

Issey Miyake IM-SILAN003 Model

When it comes to certain timepieces, design dictates the function as well as form, and this particular model from the famed Japanese design brand certainly represents that in spades. The watch is a study in minimalism, with the face being divided into subtle tiers of concentric circles, which represent different hands. The structure is covered by protective glass, and the calf leather strap feels secure enough to reinforce the sense of security. The clasp itself is a hybrid between a standard leather strap and a metal clasp, completing the unique experience; which you can get for only ₹34,000.

Citizen Navihawk Atomic Watch

This seemingly cluttered model seems to exude the feel of a fighter jet gauge cluster, if all that crucial information was compressed into a 48mm stainless steel circle of mechanical perfection; containing all sorts of mechanisms, such as the latest atomic timekeeping technology with synchronised time adjustments for 43 world cities, a perpetual calendar, a 1/100 second chronograph, a power reserve indicator, a 99-minute countdown timer, GMT displays, as well as multiple alarms. This is quite a bit of information to squeeze into such an aesthetically pleasing layout. You get all this and more for just ₹35,000.

Xeric Halograph II Limited Edition Watch

This is certainly the most distinctive model, with a reliable Miyota movement, and a signature display; which uses halo hands that float over the arcs of numerals to denote the time. The inner arcs display the hours, while the outer arcs are for minutes. Just like a retrograde display, as soon as one halo reaches the end of its track, a new halo appears on the opposite end. In addition to regular time, you also get a day/night window that tracks your position in relation to the sun, while another one features a running second display. The movement is exposed as well, thanks to small circular windows left open below the time arcs. Thankfully, the construction seems as solid, as the design is unique; so you hopefully won’t have to worry about the longevity of a watch that cost you around ₹36,000.

Fortis Men’s Spacematic Classic Watch

While most watches try to overlay multiple kinds of information at the edges of the dial, working their way in, this particular watch takes the opposite approach and includes the additional information as part of the watch face. You get two separate dials operating independently on the face, boldly displaying both day and date. The additional machinery is protected by an Incabloc shock absorber, which adds to the stability of a watch that is otherwise quite slim. The band shares the silver polish and stainless steel construction of the case and features a standard yet classy three-column design. The final piece is a protective sapphire crystal that ensures that the automatic quartz movement remains protected from the elements. You can get this simple and unique timepiece for around ₹43,000.

From the March 2020 issue of FHM India.