Rolex Datejust Reference 116234
A Datejust is everything you need in a watch. Water resistant, hours-minutes-seconds, iconic fluted bezel, the date (!), all in a sturdy 36mm watch that isn’t too big or bulky. It’s reliable and easily serviced. The blue dial is a beautiful hue and goes from bright blue to black in the light. I wear mine on a Delugs blue rubber strap with a clasp and it’s perfect.
Nanu Arc Alarm Clock
This is a beautifully designed alarm clock with a cool alarm chime. It can be repaired. It looks great on a bedside table. Quit using your phone as an alarm
Case Barlow Knofe
The Barlow knife is an American classic. The Case BH10091/2 has a buffalo horn handle, a sharp stainless steel blade that needs minimal upkeep, and is small enough to actually fit in a pocket.
Merci LMM-01 Dress
If you love vintage Longines, Movado, Zenith, etc. Calatrava/Tre Tacche style watches, but you don’t want to scour the internet and deal with servicing and water resistance issues that buying and wearing vintage watches entails, the Merci LMM-01 is for you. This watch is 38mm with a robust modern movement, a thin case (9.5mm), 100 meters of water resistance, and 1930s-1940s Calatrava design. Look at the markers on the dial. They’re perfect. The dial text is minimal. The dial is jet black. All of this is available for well under a $1000USD. Buy a vintage expanding bracelet off eBay, and you’re set.
