Nautical-inspired watches have a timeless appeal; capturing the essence of seafaring adventures and maritime style. With designs that often draw from classic sailor aesthetics or incorporate high-performance features, these watches are perfect for anyone drawn to the call of the ocean. We have curated this blog with our top 5 nautical-inspired watches to showcase the variety under this umbrella. Each blending functionality with style, these watches bring a touch of the sea to any outfit. So whether you’re a sailor or simply love the look, read on for more!
Our Top 5 Nautical-Inspired Watches
Mühle Glashütte 29er Big (42.4mm) Pacific Blue Dial / Brown Canvas Strap M1-25-39-CB
Inspired by the brand’s nautical history, this Mühle Glashütte 29er brings a splash of colour to the wrist. The Pacific blue dial features applied, Super-LumiNova-filled baton indices and hands as well as a date aperture at 3 o’clock. And for an additional pop of colour, the second hand is red. A petrol-coloured rehaut surrounds the outer edge of the dial. Not only does it complement the South Sea blue dial but it also adds to the nautical aesthetic of the watch. Measuring 42.4mm in diameter, a stainless steel case frames the dial. In addition to this, an anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the dial; ensuring great clarity and durability as it does so. Within the case, and visible through the exhibition case back, is the watch’s SW 200-1 version Mühle automatic movement. With a 41-hour power reserve, amongst various other functions, it ensures great reliability and precision. A coffee-brown canvas strap, with a pin buckle, concludes the nautical design of this timepiece.
A great choice for both on and off-shore adventures, thanks to its 100-metre water resistance rating, this Mühle Glashütte is as practical as it is stylish. Match the waves you’re sailing on and embrace this summery shade of blue!
Flik Flak LITTLE BOAT Blue and White Stripe Fabric Strap FBNP193
All aboard! This Flik Flak watch is the perfect way to teach your little ones the concept of time. The white dial features deep blue Arabic numerals alongside a red and blue minute track. The outer edge of the dial also features Arabic numerals, in light grey, which denote 5-minute time increments; ultimately helping teach children the time. Continuing the time-telling theme, the hour and minute hands are each a different colour. Designed to look like the Flik and Flak characters, they playfully distinguish the hours from the minutes. A dark blue bio-sourced plastic case frames the dial. Measuring 31.85mm in diameter, it houses the Swiss-made quartz movement that powers the watch. As well as this, the strong nature of the case helps to increase the watch’s shock resistance. A blue and white striped recycled PET strap secures the watch on the wrist. Its red bio-sourced plastic pin buckle is the perfect finishing touch to the seafaring theme!
Fun yet educational, this Flik Flak is a great choice for little ones. With its blue and white stripes, it smashes the nautical-inspired watches brief out of the park – or should we say little boat!
Herbelin Newport 35th Anniversary Mareographe Tide Guage (43mm) Blue Dial / Blue Textile 24688A15
Inspired by the portholes of transatlantic sailing ships, this special edition Herbelin Newport oozes nautical flair. The blue sunray dial exhibits a small second sub-dial at 3 o’clock and a date aperture between 4 and 5 o’clock. In addition to this, the dial features luminous silver-tone baton indices and matching luminous silver-tone hour and minute hands. An addition that is sure to help sailors greatly, the red-tipped, anchor-shaped silver-tone hand indicates the rising or falling tide. By referring to the indications on the inner section of the dial, the wearer can always know the tidal range. Measuring 43mm in diameter, a 316L stainless steel case, with a polished finish, frames the dial. Within this case lies the watch’s Ronda 4310 quartz movement. Reliable and precise, it ensures accurate timekeeping. A blue textile strap, with red and white accents, concludes the design of this special edition Herbelin Newport. Moreover, the watch is water-resistant up to 100 metres.
This sophisticated and timeless watch brings a touch of distinction to your style. Its maritime DNA shines through and it’s for this reason that it’s one of our top 5 nautical-inspired watches.
Tissot Seastar 2000 | Powermatic 80 | Blue Fabric Strap T1206073704100
This Tissot merges chic style with a highly technical performance; without compromising either. The gradient blue-to-black dial, with a wave motif, features large luminescent indices and sword-shaped hands for optimal readability. In addition to this, a date aperture features at the 6 o’clock position. Measuring 46mm in diameter, a stainless steel case, with a domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, frames the dial. On top of this sits a unidirectional rotating bezel with a black ceramic bezel insert. The bezel only rotates anticlockwise, so it ensures great safety. Further enhancing the functionality of this Tissot is its screw-down crown and case back and its automatic helium escape valve. Together, they aid the watch’s impressive 600-metre water resistance rating. Through the case back, the wearer can observe the automatic movement, with an 80-hour power reserve, that powers the watch. A blue fabric strap, with black rubber accents, concludes the design of this Tissot Seastar 2000.
Whether you take this watch hundreds of metres below the sea or wear it every day, you can rely on it when you need it most. Super-stylish and ultra-tough, it’s brimming with easy confidence.
Bulova Men’s Marine Star | Automatic | Blue Dial | Stainless Steel Bracelet 98A302
This Bulova Marine Star combines nautical styling with a legacy that reaches back decades. The striking blue dial combines a sunray texture along the hour track and a central dial with a radiant sunburst finish. Alongside this, the dial features a mix of polished silver-tone Roman numerals and baton indices, luminous silver-tone hour and minute hands, and a small seconds sub-dial. Measuring 45mm in diameter, a bold, angular stainless steel case frames the dial. On top of this sits a deep blue bezel and a screw-down crown which aid the watch’s 200-metre water resistance rating. Visible through both the open heart sub-dial and the exhibition case back, an automatic movement powers the watch. Featuring 21 jewels and a 42-hour power reserve, it ensures the watch lives up to its name as a timepiece that can go wherever you do; without missing a beat. A stainless steel bracelet, with a push-button deployment clasp, concludes the design of this Bulova. Sleek and sophisticated, it complements the case perfectly.
With bold accents and an iconic colour scheme inspired by the sea, this Marine Star hits the nautical-inspired watches brief exceptionally well. A piece perfect for several occasions, it lends a classic yet somewhat contemporary look to the wrist.
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