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SOLD OUT : Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic

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Drop (aka Massdrop) will be launching their own original design field watch with a Swiss-made mechanical movement (Sellita SW-200), The Felix.
The Felix will be open for pre-order this December 12th for $299.

https://drop.com/buy/drop-felix-automatic-field-watch

You can read more about it or sign up to be notified when available at this link:
https://drop.com/buy/drop-felix-automat ... atch/story?

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From their product description:

Latin for "Lucky,” the Felix is our ideal everyday wearer. It balances the best product choices with utility, beauty, and value. Every aspect of this watch has been designed from the ground up, with the purpose of making a well-rounded watch we sincerely hope you’ll enjoy wearing every day.

We drew from the best of past and current practices to make our Felix field watch set a contemporary example for good watch design.

We shifted the crown to the 4 o’clock position to keep it away from your wrist when flexing. We chose a specific lug angle made to maximize wrist comfort. We used double-domed sapphire for the crystal to maximize scratch resistance. We added anti-reflective coating to the underside of the crystal to minimize glare. We engineered the 316L stainless steel case with a screw-down crown to maximize water resistance. We bead-blasted the case to ensure good wear properties and minimize reflection. We used quick-release spring bars on our bands, so you can easily change them out on your own without any tools.


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We're offering the Drop Felix in two colorways: Stainless Steel and IP Black. We're also offering an assortment of add-on Canvas band for those of you who prefer NATO style straps.

You can choose between a clear exhibition caseback or a solid caseback. The solid version is inspired by the 49-Mile Scenic Drive sign peppered throughout San Francisco, where Drop is located!


Specs:

- Case Size: 39.5mm x 11mm (42mm lug to lug)
- Water Resist: 100 Meters (10 ATM)
- Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel with bead blasted finish
- Crown: Screw-down crown located at 16H.
- Crystal: Double Dome Sapphire Crystal with Antireflective coating
- Movement: Sellita SW-200 Automatic Movement / 26 Jewels / 28,800 BPH / 39 Hour Power Reserve / Hack lever / Made in Switzerland
- Band: 20mm brown leather band (with add-on canvas band)
- Warranty: 2 Year International Warranty
- MSRP: $349 ($299 preorder)
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Re: PREORDER: Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic **Available on 12/12**

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The dial said "Timex!" as soon as I saw it.

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Re: PREORDER: Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic **Available on 12/12**

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Seems like a really good price for the specs....and love the 24h inner ring. Of course I am a Timex fan.
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Re: PREORDER: Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic **Available on 12/12**

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Fortis Spaceleader + Shinola Runwell + GG-W-113.


Interesting price. Other microbrand or Kickstarter watches usually cost the same, and have a cheap NH35.
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Re: PREORDER: Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic **Available on 12/12**

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I like what they did here, particularly for its price.

That said, I need another field watch like I need a hole in the head.
Just my $0.02 USD as always.
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Re: PREORDER: Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic **Available on 12/12**

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Seems like a nice watch with sellita + sapphire. I love the dial and the black pvd. The leather looks a bit... plasticky from the pictures? Would probably get swapped day one.
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Got this reminder from Drop:

195+ people have already picked (this) up, and now's your last chance to join them before the sale ends tomorrow.
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I'm actually surprised even more people haven't ordered this. It looks good and seems a really good deal to me.
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If it wan’t for VAT I would be in for one. Well-executed.
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Re: SOLD OUT : Brand Direct: Drop - Felix Automatic

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This watch is SOLD OUT.

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Interested in this product? Click “Request” and we'll notify you when it’s available.
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