2021 has seen a rise in military-inspired men’s fashion. Presenting their spring/summer collections, numerous designers have focused on a colour palette of military greens and khaki. Specific pieces inspired by the army, such as bomber jackets, have also seen a rise in popularity on the runway. This isn’t news to the watch industry, however, as the military has inspired many styles and designs. One of the most popular watch styles, the dress watch started its life as a world war one field wristwatch. Below we have compiled our top 5 military-inspired men’s watches, to help you ensure you’re always looking classy and stylish.
MeisterSinger Mens Form And Style Neo Automatic Ivory
MeisterSinger has done what it does best and managed to combine the historic inspiration for this model with a sleek modern silhouette. A modern take on the classic field watch, this watch features a singular hand over an aged white dial. The worn dark brown leather strap gives the watch a more vintage appearance, which is off-set by the polished stainless steel case. The 36 mm case adds a modern tone to the design and keeps the watch from looking outdated. A date aperture is placed at the 6 o’clock position.
Citizen Men’s Garrison Military Eco Drive | Black Leather Strap
This Citizen model is functional and appealing. It’s 42 mm case is made of black coated stainless steel. The large white hour-markers and hands are luminescent and alongside the red details, aid in the readability of the watch. A black leather strap secures the watch and guarantees the comfort of the wearer. The model features Citizen’s Eco-Drive technology. The solar charging capabilities of the watch ensure long-lasting wear. The timepiece is also water-resistant up to 10 bars or 100 meters.
Hamilton | Khaki Aviation | RAF Pilot Pioneer | Mechanical |
The Hamilton Khaki Aviation was inspired by and created for the Royal Air Force. It takes elements from classic pilot’s watches and fine-tunes them to create a timepiece that is elegant and classic. The 36 mm case is made of stainless steel. Securing the watch is a grey NATO strap. The large crown enhances the design of the timepiece. To ensure maximum durability, the grey textured dial is encased by a sapphire crystal. The automatic movement has a power reserve of up to 80 hours.
Luminox Navy SEAL Colormark Chronograph Stainless-steel Black Dial Watch
Luminox has collaborated with special forces from around the world. Their watches are not only durable but dependable. Over the years Luminox watches have become an essential piece of equipment for many. This model is created for and inspired by the Navy SEALs. The 44 mm case and the bracelet are both made of stainless steel. Its bezel and dial are made using Luminox’s patented Carbonox technology. This ensures the watch is lightweight and comfortable. A hardened mineral crystal protects the black dial. To guarantee maximum luminosity, Luminox uses gas tube technology. The large markings on both the bezel and the dial increase the readability of the model. The watch is water-resistant up to 20 bars or 200 meters and features a chronograph and a date display.
As with all AVI-8 models, this timepiece is modelled after historic aeroplanes. The case of this model measures 44 mm in diameter and is PVD plated in a steel grey. The strap of the watch is made of genuine leather and military green nylon. The intricate dial of the watch showcases the day, date and retrograde functions of the model in a unique yet easy to read way. The hands and indices of the watch are both luminescent.
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