Meanwhile, the minute hand literally sits over the hour markers. This is all protected by a shatter-resistant, but not scratch-resistant, mineral glass — no surprises at this price point. Beyond that, the T45181 is tank-level rugged with tons of hard edges, and the best part is it’s a 39-millimeter watch.

It’s easy to pair because, in a way, it’s like a blank canvas. I’ve seen stylish gents partner the red-hand versions with red leather straps or nylon bracelets with red accents, and it’s a really spirited combination.If you want a sportier and matte watch to wear during a camping trip or just to pair with your favorite work pants, then it’s all about the Expedition. You can do this with the core Scout or North Sierra models, or with the more premium ones as well.

My favorite is the cream version because it visually leans more into the vintage field watch aesthetic.For the Expedition, it sometimes takes the form of a different colored tip, or for more outside-the-template models, dynamic and fun shapes. For example, the Expedition Acadia has a sort of lollipop-meets-hourglass shape.

Within the entire line, the Expedition family completely leaves the Weekender in its dust when it comes to functionalities.

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The chronograph version of the Weekender is also available which mainly features three extra sub-dials for more time accuracy. It also has a date window which is quite handy. But I personally like the non-Chrono version for its unassuming design. The glass is a plain old mineral glass crystal, not the more expensive sapphire, so it's a little less scratch-prone. But if you are a severe user, then the mineral is occasionally less prone to shatter. Dial

The most enchanting part of the Weekender is its insanely reasonable pricing. It's one of the most affordable watches out there. Its affordability is one of the reasons behind writing this timex weekender review. One great thing about Timex is that, even within this budget category, they take care to use low-lead brass. When you look at the product description, it mentions that the case material is “BRASS and LLB.” Low lead brass is what LLB means.

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However, if your work environment is less toxic (and a lot less “executive”), here’s a great candidate for a grab and go timepiece. Ladies and gents, meet the Timex Weekender. For those who aren’t too familiar with the Weekender, it’s arguably one of the most popular budget watches to date. Also, try not to be fooled by its name, okay? The Weekender is nigh on perfect as an everyday option. So long as you’re fine with a time-only display. “But isn’t a Seiko 5 a great everyday opti-“ The Weekender's got a useful feature. It is 30m water-resistant although it's not meant for excessive immersion in water. To verify its water resistance rating, I swam with it and kept it under a 30m water vessel. To be very honest, I got myself very astonished as the Weekender could handle all these torments very efficiently. It did not leak or compromise its performance. Well, it serves as a breath of fresh air and good old days nostalgia. The Weekender represents a casual and versatile vibe. It’s a basic, honest timekeeper. Looks Which brings us to the case. The Expedition Scout and the Sierra North are typically found with 40-millimeter cases, though the entire line, in general, ranges from 36-millimeter watches up to 43-millimeter ones.