At this point, a seasonal Timex and Noah release is an expectation, not a surprise. The duo have been releasing collaborations since 2024, when their first launch — a Cartier-inspired Sun and Moon Watch — broke the menswear side of the internet, with more than half-a-dozen idiosyncratic references and reissues under their belt.
Still, the partnership’s latest watch might be their most unique yet. Launched this morning, the Noah x Timex Boatswain Watch adds something entirely new to the lineup of ultra-affordable (and highly coveted) timepieces: a subtle, understated dress watch with a vintage-inspired oval case yanked straight out of the 1960s.
In spite of its maritime-worthy mantle — the name is a reference to the ranking officer of a vessel — the Boatswain is much more akin to a cocktail watch than a proper seafaring diver. Dressier than the military-inspired MK1 Anchor watch the duo dropped this summer, the Boatswain swaps nautical theming for a cleaner, more agnostic take on the daily driver.
Clocking in at a relatively dainty 31 x 35mm case sizing, the watch’s ellipsoidal look has been widely compared to the Ellipse, a beloved retro release from Patek Philippe, a resemblance further buoyed by an eggshell dial, minimalist-leaning detailing, Roman numeral indices and a simple leather strap.
That being said, it’s far more durable; its 30-meter water resistance and stainless steel case are primed to hold up under everyday wear, as is the unshakable quartz movement. Not all of the nautical nods are entirely absent — close inspection reveals that the inner minute track is designed to emulated a coiled ship rope.
The newest Noah x Timex watch isn’t just a departure in aesthetic vibe. Unlike many of the partnership’s previous installations, the new timepiece leans on an oval dial, as opposed to the Tank-esque rectangular silhouette featured on many the past collabs, including the ultra-popular moon phase releases. (Coincidentally, last year’s lighthouse-graphic release featured a similar shape.)
The Noah x Timex Boatswain Watch is available in both a brown-on-stainless-steel and black-on-gold leather strap. Like previous launches, the watch retails for just $228, making it the perfect entry point for everyday collectors.
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