Timex Under $60: Timex Mod 44 in Black!

When it comes to low price watches, you may find that designs can be a little boring. Fortunately, that's not the case with the Timex Mod 44. It's a 44mm diameter quartz watch with presence. The case is 11mm thick and the watch strap is 22mm wide. I've got one and I've posted about it here on this blog. But, I also recently ran across a black version on Amazon.

In black, the Mod 44 takes on a tough and gritty tone. It might even have a hint of menace. If you'd like to see for yourself, you can get the Timex Mod 44 for well less than $40 here using my Amazon affiliate link.

Sharp Watch Shout Out: The Nautica Men's Stainless Steel Round Multifunction Watch

Sometimes a watch stops you mid-swipe, mid-scroll, mid-search, and demands your attention. Such is the case with Nautica Model 10061. The watch simply looks perfect. The Amazon ad copy said this watch is where "masculinity and metal come together." I tend to agree. That's why this Nautica gets this week's sharp watch shout out. It features a deep blue dial surrounded by gleaming stainless steel. So shiny!

Nautica Men's Stainless Steel Watch (Modiel 10061)

Powered by a Japanese quartz movement, this Nautica has a 41mm diameter stainless steel case that is 11mm thick. Both the watch and bracelet are constructed of stainless steel and the strength results in 100-meters of water resistance. The multifunction dials provide the 24 hour time, date and day functionality. All of which combine to provide excuses to order a great looking watch. If you are interested, you can find this Nautica here on Amazon via my affiliate link.

A Guide to Big Date Watches

Date complications are a nice watch feature to have, but they can be hard to read. As we age, most of us have trouble reading the small print of date windows. That's probably why watches with a small magnifier called a cyclops are so popular. But, you usually need the optimal viewing angle to read the date through a cyclops. It's enough to make me want to tell the cyclops to hit the road.

But, that leaves us with the question: which watches are best for reading the date without magnification?

There are a small number of Big Date watches in the market. Some of the more prestigious models include the Mido Multifort TV Big Date.automatic. It's an unusual watch with a 40mm diameter case that is inspired by the shape of an old fashioned TV.

Unfortunately, it's an expensive watch with prices over $1300. It's worth checking out on Amazon using my affiliate link here.

Certina provides a modicum of price relief with the Certina DS-1 Big Date. It's a beautiful watch with the venerable Powermatic 80 movement.

It comes in at nearly $1000, but it's a glorious watch. You can see it on Amazon via my affiliate link here.

For the rest of us, Bulova makes a big date version of its classic Sutton 6-Hand Chronograph. Their Big Date Sutton is a 44mm diameter quartz watch.

It's not cheap with a price a little over $500, but it brings a unique big date feature to your wrist. You can check this one out using my affiliate link here.

I'm still searching for a low price big date watch and I'll update this article when I find it.

TGIF: What is the Most Affordable Powermatic watch?

I noticed something interesting the last time I searched Amazon for the most affordable watch with a Powermatic 80 automatic movement. This time lowest priced Powermatic was a Certina rather than a Tissot! Behold, the Certina DS Camaino Automatic. It rolls in at well less than $400.

The Certina DS Camaino is sized well for the business casual world of work with a 38mm diameter case that is 9.85mm thick. The leather strap is 19mm wide. The date window is placed at 6 o'clock and is discreetly sized. The caseback is solid and the watch offers 100-meter water resistance. The watch has a stainless steel case and a sapphire crystal.

If you'd like to check the Certina DS Camaino out, it's available at my Amazon affiliate link here. 

Swatch group may have pulled a switcharoo when it comes to who has the lowest priced watch with a Powermatic 80, but buyers will benefit from a Swiss-made watch from a quality manufacturer with a long history.

Timex Under $60 - The Timex Essex

Timex offers some surprises in their vast catalog of watch offerings. If you venture away from the Expeditions, Weekenders, and even The Waterbury Collection, you'll find some interesting and affordable watches that you don't see very often. One such watch is the Timex Essex. The watch has a rich looking bezel design and a readable, practical dial with dauphin hands.  With a stainless steel bracelet, it costs nearly $100.  But, with what looks like a leather and fabric strap, it costs just over half that price.  Most importantly, it hits our under $60 price point. It's a big watch with a 46mm diameter silver-tone brass case, 50-meter water resistance, a protected crown, and a nicely etched stainless steel caseback.

The Timex Essex (Amazon Photo)

If you've read my previous post on whether Timex was trying to draw us a map (available here on this blog), you may recognize that this watch is from the Timex Essex Avenue collection.

To me, this watch is an excellent example of the value that Timex can deliver. It looks like a much more expensive watch and it has nice design touches on the crown, buckle, and caseback. If you'd like to check the Timex Essex out, use my Amazon affiliate link here.

To read more Timex Under $60 posts, bang it here!

Ten Dollar Tuesday: Civo Silver Analog Watch with Smooth Bezel

This Ten Dollar Tuesday takes us over to the Amazon Haul site for another watch from Civo.  I had great luck with my recent purchase of a Civo Analog watch with a coin-edged bezel which I just reviewed here on this blog. I found a another similar Civo watch on the Haul site for $10. It also has a simple, easy to read, dial design and a smooth bezel. It also uses the hook clasp mechanism to secure the bracelet.

Since this Civo Analog watch is available in 11 different color combinations, it should be easy to mix into any wardrobe. If you are interested in checking this timepiece out, please feel free to use my Amazon affiliate link here.  

If you are looking for $10 watches, you should really check out Amazon Haul. All of the watches offered there are under $25 and the $10 level is a sweet spot. The selection of men's quartz watches on the site is staggering. You can check them out here via my Amazon affiliate link.

Three Modern Alternatives to Vintage Watches

For most of us, vintage watches are a crapshoot. You buy something old off of a website like Etsy or ebay or you find something at a flea market, estate sale, or thrift shop and you just pray that it works or keeps working. The idea that you'll send it off and pay hundreds of  for servicing seems farfetched for many casual collectors. It also might not make sense for very inexpensive vintage watches. Fortunately, vintage watch looks live on in affordable modern alternatives.

Here are three watch brands to investigate for great vintage looks:

1) Spinnaker. There are plenty of brands that mimic the looks of classic Rolex watches (Invicta and Stuhrling Original) come to mind. But, not many brands provide a modern watch inspired by the vintage classic Blancpain Fifty Fathoms dive watch. The Spinnaker Fleuss Automatic hits the mark for me. It has a Miyota 8215 automatic movement, 150-meter water resistance, and a 43mm diameter stainless steel case.

Spinnaker Fleuss (Amazon Photo)

Of course, it's the bezel look and textured dial that do it for me. If you'd like to check this watch out, you can find it here via my Amazon affiliate link.

2) Corgeut. Another watch brand that uses Japanese automatic movements to create vintage-inspired looks is Corgeut. They have managed to nail the dagger or sharks teeth indices that you might find on some years of a vintage Omega Seamaster. For a dressier look, check out the Corgeut 6010B Stainless Steel Automatic Chronometer.

Corgeut 6010B (Amazon Photo)

To check this one out on Amazon, use my affiliate link here. If you poke around a bit, you'll find Corgeut to be a treasure trove of watches inspired by the classics.

3) Orient. Sometimes a classic watch company can keep on refining classics to make them better and better. That's what you get with Orient. You will find that nearly every watch in the Orient Bambino line is a classic. I've reviewed the Orient Bambino, second generation, version 3, here on this blog.

Orient Bambino

If you'd like to check it out for yourself, here's my Amazon affiliate link. (As of this August 23, 2026 posting, it's 26% off!)

You'll find that vintage watch designs have inspired legions of contemporary watches. On the low price end of the spectrum, you can find classic watch looks from brands like Caribbean Joe and even a few models from Walmart's George.