Hot List: September 15, 2023
Fall is a great time of year, don’t get us wrong. But fall also gives us an unforgivable number of tired cliches. Pumpkin spice lattes, hayrides, pet halloween costumes, and apple picking trips are just some of the well-worn fall traditions we can expect over the coming weeks ☕ So why not enjoy some watches that are anything but tired and cliche? Put down your PSLs, as your friends at Feldmar show you this week’s unique and memorable finds! 🍂
ULYSSE NARDIN FREAK ONE
We love how UN didn’t shy away from using the word “freak” for this truly mesmerizing series of watches. The Freak’s iconic form has been defined by three signature characteristics: NO DIAL, NO HANDS, NO CROWN. This Freak ONE features a 44mm black DLC-coated titanium case has a satin finish and is complemented by a rose gold 5N bezel. I may have to dress my dog up as this watch for Halloween 🐶
BLANCPAIN FIFTY FATHOMS BATHYSCAPHE CHRONOGRAPHE FLYBACK
The flyback eliminates the need to push separate stop and reset buttons when working the chronograph. Echoing the Bathyscaphe ‘Mokarran’ from earlier in 2020, the unique green color found on this variant reveals subtle shades according to the angle of illumination ✅
OMEGA SEAMASTER AQUA TERRA 38MM – “SAFFRON”
So you’ve seen Aqua Terras in blue, green, and other primary colors. But saffron? Wearing this watch will certainly make you stand out from the other parents waiting hours to get on that sneezy hayride! We’ve always maintained that the “AT” is the perfect go anywhere, do anything watch, and now you have a unique dial color to add to its impressive resume 👨🏼🌾
PARMIGIANI FLEURIER TONDA GT CHRONOGRAPH
Tired of the ordinary? Have a “Triangular Hobnail” Guilloché. Yes, that’s the name of the dial pattern you see on this wonderful chronograph from PF. Look closer, and you’ll see that the movement also packs an annual calendar. The granata vulcanized rubber strap gives this watch a sporty and durable look 💯
ORIS AQUIS PRO 4000M
This AquisPro 4000m is the most water-resistant watch Oris has ever created, and it comes in a super lightweight titanium case. As an added bonus, there’s the Rotation Safety System, a bezel-locking device designed in collaboration with professional divers. And the striking blue dial and strap colors are far from the basic orange and black colors you’ll be seeing all over the neighborhood 🆒
HAMILTON KHAKI FIELD TITANIUM 38MM
Move over Great Pumpkin – Hamilton made sure that Christmas came early! With improved lume, a full-titanium build, and a symmetrical no-date design, the newest blue dial Khaki Fields from Hamilton grant all our wishes! 🌠
BREITLING NAVITIMER 36MM & 32MM
Are you (or someone you know) pulling those Ugg boots from the back of the closet? 👢 What about the sudden re-appearance of autumn leggings? To complete the fall fashion look, reach for one of Breitling’s newest Navitimers, sized down at 32mm or 36mm. With plenty of dial and strap options, there’s a watch for every ensemble.
BAUME & MERCIER RIVIERA 39MM
The Baume & Mercier Riviera in 39mm is making a strong case for best integrated steel sports watch! With an impressive 5-day movement, innovative styling, and a staggering 8-year warranty, this one is (bon)fire! 🔥
BELL & ROSS BR 03 MILITARY CERAMIC
While the rest of the world prepares to carry a little extra holiday weight, the BR 03 is slimming down! 🤏🏼 With a case that’s thinner by 1mm and scaled down to 41mm diameter, Bell & Ross’ iconic timepiece is as recognizable as ever!
MIDO MULTIFORT TV BIG DATE
Ready to curl up on the couch with some cider and a Hallmark movie? You’ll want the Mido Multifort TV with its Big Date feature! If the flick gets boring, watching the double-wheel date feature flip over is plenty entertaining! 📺
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About The Author: Tom Roth
Born in Washington state, Tom developed an interest in photography during college at University of San Diego. There, he got started in music journalism, interviewing artists and taking photos at concerts. A life-long tinkerer and collector, it wasn’t long before Tom became fascinated with fountain pens and watches.
Those interests collided in November 2020 when Tom started at Feldmar Watch Company where he lives out every watch geek’s dream: photographing and writing about timepieces. When he’s not tinkering with his watch collection, Tom can be found traveling, biting his nails while watching PNW sports teams, and taking flying lessons.
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