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In the last 10 years Timex has really upped their game.  The cases, straps, faces, variance of models, functionality have all been improved.  Here we consider their classic round dial 43mm watches.  They may be called the "Weekender 43mm" or "Standard XL."  These all have Indiglo functionality powered by a big ole 2016 battery.  The leather straps are so good you won't want to replace them.

The prices are great on these and accordingly they have brisk sales.  Some models may be hard to find.   For instance I don't see the white version around anymore.  There are some quirks like louder ticking and pry back cases and we'll consider them.  But overall these are great high value and fun EDC rotational pieces!

Timex 43mm Weekender or XL versions:  https://amzn.to/34CX5Fy

Timex 40mm versions, only $30:  https://shrsl.com/2ovni  https://shrsl.com/2ovnm

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Timex Classic Round Dials: Standard XL

In the last 10 years Timex has really upped their game. The cases, straps, faces, variance of models, functionality have all been improved. Here we consider their classic round dial 43mm watches. They may be called the "Weekender 43mm" or "Standard XL." These all have Indiglo functionality powered by a big ole 2016 battery. The leather straps are so good you won't want to replace them. The prices are great on these and accordingly they have brisk sales. Some models may be hard to find. For instance I don't see the white version around anymore. There are some quirks like louder ticking and pry back cases and we'll consider them. But overall these are great high value and fun EDC rotational pieces! Timex 43mm Weekender or XL versions: https://amzn.to/34CX5Fy Timex 40mm versions, only $30: https://shrsl.com/2ovni https://shrsl.com/2ovnm

Comments

Joe Hardy

Yes! Timex has been making great watches lately. I love the retro inspired stuff. I like the military inspired ones, not so much the 70s, but obviously others do. Also, Nutn, Fossil is having a 50% off sale on their website until Christmas. Some great watches left, that you have reviewed can be had for $25-30

Gyorgy

Nutn, do you have any experience with Tag Heuer watches?

Eschebone

You gotta stop selling me these watches, Nutn. Wore a $30 Timex Expedition I bought at Walmart back in 2013 or so for many years and really liked it. I'm into retro digital Casio watches right now, but I've got a Weekender XL on the way, we'll see if it overthrows my beloved Casio F-105...

David and Elizabeth

We love the watch reviews, Nutn! Literally just got home from giving Grandpa a special watch for his 80th birthday.

Cyborg009

I bought one Timex about four years ago to try them out again (my very first watch was a 70's Timex on a Milanese bracelet) and it was busted. I was not impressed with the quality either, as compared to other watches at the same price.

Trey

Another great video! i own the the weekender in green and I agree its got a crazy louder ticker! LOL keep up the great work NUTN!

Connor Murphy

Great video. I love Timex watches, great value. I do wish they made more watches is the 45-60mm range, though. I have 8 inch wrists and a 40mm watch looks like a women's watch on me.

J Ram

Classic watches with classic table accoutrements, great review Colonel!!

Todd Strelka

Probably the first watch I bought as a young adult, was a Timex Expedition. Great looking watch and I loved the Indiglo. But that leather strap stunk when I got sweaty. That may be why I threw it out after a few years.

The Nutnfancy Project

Yes. They are good watches, well made, have some great styles. They just fall out of what I would ever pay for a watch.

The Nutnfancy Project

LMK if it does it for you Devin. I really love every watch shown in this video and they're super cheap.

The Nutnfancy Project

Oh that sounds awesome. A watch on my 80th, I hope I am that lucky. Great seeing you here D&E

The Nutnfancy Project

" I do wish they made more watches is the 45-60mm range, though. " Well said and I wish they did too. I reviewed the TW Steel in 48mm on tabletop last night; I think you'll like that one. It will fit you perfect and it looks really clean on wrist. I love 'em.

Connor Murphy

Yeah, I almost bought one of those last time the Drop was active, I'll have to pick one up next time it's available.

Trey

No doubt! I bought the glicine watch you recommend a few months back and I love it but I sure do miss the indiglo when the sun sets. I hope you you and mrs and last suspect are feeling better after COVID.

Craig

Love my jdm pro and mudmaster got them both from watching your watch vids. Even bought the mudmaster knock off per your suggestion to make sure I would like a watch of that size. Good work nutn. I’m a Patreon member because of watch portion of your content

Cyborg009

It was the movement that was busted. In any event loud ticking is a dealbreaker for me. That’s why I only bought one Swatch. We live in a golden age of among other things, 9mm pistols and affordable watches. There are, as you would say, too many competitive options.

Daniel Defoe

I am pretty much Timex-only. Indiglo is just that much of a win for me... and has been for 30-ish years. I worked for one of the poshest companies to put their name on a watch and got into a discussion with the VP about it. He was ticked that I wouldn't budge. My $50 Timex was just more useful than anything we made. Just looked back at their website - They have a watch up for $135,000. I'll take my Timex Weekender or Expedition Chrono any day...

Kenny VanCleave

I have always like Timex watches. When I wanted to treat myself with a new watch, but didn't have a lot of money I'd buy a Timex. Good job.

Hold Fast Joe

Funny how since March, April, most watch channels are all doing affordable pieces now. Starting to see some of the nutnfancy variety being posted as good stuff where prior it was to be avoided at all costs. Only an idiot would wear a quartz! Now it's just fine and wow look it's so accurate and amazing lol

Hold Fast Joe

Btw that's an awesome plane! Back around 2005 I was still playing IL2 flight sim and they added that beast. Would have a ball lighting up convoys and strafing trains! Was so much fun

Derek W Tiller

I actually like a watch that can be heard. Find it very relaxing. Love the white face Indiglo, very clean and very bright when illuminated.

The Nutnfancy Project

Funny I didn't know that. I've been doing the value watches the whole time, initially I caught flak for it but just kept pressing on. Sounds like the other channels got the idea too. I quit watching them about 2 years ago!

The Nutnfancy Project

Great story and well played Daniel. Timex Weekender or Expedition Chrono indeed.

Bluegill097

Cool video! I’m trying to expand from my lower priced collection though, I’m looking for a 500ish splurge. Thinking either Tissot or a discontinued Seiko SARB

Jonathan Martin

Glad you mentioned the ticking. In the right spot my timex sounds like dripping water at night.

Andrettski

As a young boy it was Timex. High school into college I was a Seiko nut. Last year got a weekender chrono blue face 2 tone leather. Even though it's a chrono it has a very clean/classic look. It's 40 mm which is as small as I'll ever go and I need Nutn to program the hands.

Andrettski

Hey Nutn, I requested one of those Kashalot's on Drop and nothing has happened. Maybe I screwed up? I set up an account and requested the watch so I thought that was good. Merry Christmas to all the Nutn family.

Eric

Looks good, Nutn! Looking forward to the Seiko 5 field watch youve hinted at reviewing with it's quirks. SNZG15. I've been wearing mine for 7 years and it makes me happy still, but wish it was more accurate.

Rusty Chains

My first Timex was a mechanical watch decades ago. It lasted more than ten years and I used it so much and for so long that I rubbed the chrome off the backing before it finally died. Timex makes good stuff.

p Barnes

Ever consider reviewing a Lorier?

Josh Hebel

Love the watch reviews plz keep them coming when u can u got me back in to watches and iam loving your reviews

david rockwell

My first watch was a wind up Timex. I was so proud to have a Timex and showed it off to school friends. The mainspring broke a year or two later due to user error. The nostalgia of younger days seems to be creeping in as one's days become fewer. Thank you for the continued effort and dedication.