Hot List: September 6, 2024
Blue 42! This week marked the start of football season, and we can’t wait to tackle the roster of hot watches! With a couple of red-hot Omegas kicking off this week’s list, we’ve also got breakout rookies from G.O. and Longines, an all-field Astron, and some straight-up NFL stars from Breitling. Let’s go! 🏈
OMEGA SEAMASTER DIVER 300M
This week, we were excited to welcome aboard Omega’s newest America’s Cup watch! A long-time supporter of the world’s premiere sailing race, Omega goes for speed with this special red-blue-white Seamaster Diver 300M. With a specially designed ceramic bezel and laser-engraved wave dial, it’s the perfect blend of adventure and luxury. Ready to race?
OMEGA SPECIALITIES PARIS 2024
Regrettably, (American) football was not included in the recent Paris Olympics, but we’re still celebrating all sports with Omega’s tribute to the 2024 Summer Games! The bronze-gold case and silver dial are nothing short of spectacular, and the heritage styling takes us back to the first modern games in 1896. A true collector’s piece!
GLASHÜTTE ORIGINAL SEAQ CHRONOGRAPH
New for 2024, the SeaQ Chronograph from Glashütte Original gets an all-new dial worthy of the highlight-reel! Dubbed the “Silver Screen,” this one marries impeccable German engineering with rugged good looks. Water-resistant to 300 meters, it can withstand whatever you throw at it — including surprise Gatorade showers.
LONGINES LEGEND DIVER 39MM
Did you know: green is one of the least common colors found in pro football? Only 5 teams use any variation of it in their logo! You know who you are…. Meanwhile, over half use either blue or red. So if you’re looking to stand out (or you’re from Wisconsin or the Meadowlands) reach for the newest 39mm Legend Diver. With a green lacquer scheme, it’s ready to go!
IWC INGENIEUR AUTOMATIC 40
QBs are often called “field generals” but we prefer “field engineers.” Relaunched in 2023, IWC brings the legendary sports watch back to its roots with this 40mm model. Its retro-inspired design, integrated bracelet, and updated movement make it a popular piece among collectors. Just like Gerald Genta drew it up!
SEIKO PROSPEX SPB455
Go deep! With a depth rating up to 300 meters and backed by nearly a hundred years of Seiko’s famous dive heritage, the new Prospex SPB455 is all about adventure! Limited to just 1,400 pieces, this warm gold and gray 62MAS diver is an amazing catch!
BREITLING CHRONOMAT NFL EDITIONS
To celebrate the kickoff of the NFL season, Breitling went for the trick play, surprising everybody with 64 new versions of the Chronomat! Every team in the league is represented here, and you can choose from either the famous Rolleaux bracelet or a sporty rubber strap. No matter who you’re rooting for, this is the ultimate gridiron fan watch.
IWC PILOT’S WATCH PERFORMANCE CHRONOGRAPH 41
The key to a good ground game is speed, and IWC’s latest Pilot’s Watch is made for those who live life in the fast lane. The AMG Edition of the Performance Chronograph 41 is crafted with advanced materials and a high-performance movement that’s perfect for coaches and speed-demons alike!
SEIKO ASTRON SSJ027
If you’re a leather football helmet type, maybe it’s time to upgrade? Seiko’s Astron SSJ027 is a space-age marvel with down-to-earth practicality. Solar-powered and packed with the kitchen-sink, including GPS functionality, it keeps perfect time wherever you are in the world. The game done changed!
BREGUET TYPE XX CHRONOGRAPH
It’s a mystery why the Big Game is referred to in Roman numerals. Since it changes every year, it can be hard to remember which one we’re on! Fortunately, Breguet’s Type XX (that’s 20) is timeless, with a design that stays true to the original.
SHINOLA LAVA LAKE MONSTER AUTOMATIC
We ain’t “lion” when we say the Lava Lake Monster is one of the coolest releases from Detroit-based Shinola in recent years! With a fiery red bezel and a dial that captures the look of molten lava, this rugged diver is equal parts bold, brash, and ready for anything that comes its way.
FREDERIQUE CONSTANT CLASSICS ELEGANCE LUNA
Legally, we can’t make a connection (no matter how tenuous) between the Classics Elegance Luna and a certain Hall of Fame quarterback with a lunar-adjacent name. Instead, we’ll just say that we admire the craftsmanship and the reliable two-year “warren”ty offered on all FC watches!
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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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