Timex Mk1 Collective Review
Posted: Sat Jun 27, 2020 10:11 am
The Collective Review -
Let me begin by saying that I am an avid fan, follower, hard critiquer and above all those, lover of Timex Watches. I write this only to inform, help and share the excitement of the passion we all MoTs find from those unique pieces of horology that fill many acknowledge and many times those that we are not even conscientiously aware of.
A bit of background history in order to set up the needed perspective and contrast. In my collection, I have a few regular Scouts which are brass cases with very ‘cheap’ straps; there has been many very good color combinations of dials that when paired with the right strap; makes for a very good looking watch (type of beater if you must). A couple of years ago, Timex introduced the Archive collection and came up with a few ‘Allied’ models, to which I also own a few; however, they are nothing but a glorified Scout (same brass case) with a bit different dial markers and different hands to make them distinct from the Scouts. A few months later, they introduced the Mk1 Collection.
The Mk1 Collection is nothing like the Scout or Allieds. This is a serious watch, totally different case materials, a beautiful dome crystal, excellent quality on straps and relatively speaking decent lume. I have to add, that before acquiring my first (out of five now) Mk1, I was a bit skeptical, as I did not want another glorified Scout. In case you have to wonder, there is a reason why I have five in the collection.
The specs of the watch are just perfect, 40mm case, 20mm lugs, 9mm tall, lumed hands and markers; and for those that hate the loud ticking from Scouts and Expeditions; these are actually quiet.
The aluminum variants are super light yet very rugged and with an acrylic crystal, so those scratches can easily be buffed out. Timex has done multiple color variations, from matte black, stainless steel, gunmetal gray and even a matte blue.
At the time of this writing, these Mk1s have already been discontinued from TIMEX website because there is a new generation of the Mk1; but many of these are available on gray market at an excellent price.
The quality, finishing and obvious military heritage that these pieces bring to the table, will make them a good staple in any collection. For sure, they are keepers on mine and will be cherished for years to come.
And now, some eye candy!!!
Mk1 Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 on Res Wing Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 on Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
TXMk1 Alum by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 Alum by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Timex Mk1 by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Let me begin by saying that I am an avid fan, follower, hard critiquer and above all those, lover of Timex Watches. I write this only to inform, help and share the excitement of the passion we all MoTs find from those unique pieces of horology that fill many acknowledge and many times those that we are not even conscientiously aware of.
A bit of background history in order to set up the needed perspective and contrast. In my collection, I have a few regular Scouts which are brass cases with very ‘cheap’ straps; there has been many very good color combinations of dials that when paired with the right strap; makes for a very good looking watch (type of beater if you must). A couple of years ago, Timex introduced the Archive collection and came up with a few ‘Allied’ models, to which I also own a few; however, they are nothing but a glorified Scout (same brass case) with a bit different dial markers and different hands to make them distinct from the Scouts. A few months later, they introduced the Mk1 Collection.
The Mk1 Collection is nothing like the Scout or Allieds. This is a serious watch, totally different case materials, a beautiful dome crystal, excellent quality on straps and relatively speaking decent lume. I have to add, that before acquiring my first (out of five now) Mk1, I was a bit skeptical, as I did not want another glorified Scout. In case you have to wonder, there is a reason why I have five in the collection.
The specs of the watch are just perfect, 40mm case, 20mm lugs, 9mm tall, lumed hands and markers; and for those that hate the loud ticking from Scouts and Expeditions; these are actually quiet.
The aluminum variants are super light yet very rugged and with an acrylic crystal, so those scratches can easily be buffed out. Timex has done multiple color variations, from matte black, stainless steel, gunmetal gray and even a matte blue.
At the time of this writing, these Mk1s have already been discontinued from TIMEX website because there is a new generation of the Mk1; but many of these are available on gray market at an excellent price.
The quality, finishing and obvious military heritage that these pieces bring to the table, will make them a good staple in any collection. For sure, they are keepers on mine and will be cherished for years to come.
And now, some eye candy!!!
Mk1 Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 on Res Wing Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 on Bund by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
TXMk1 Alum by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Mk1 Alum by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Timex Mk1 by Wolfsatz, on Flickr