Timex Waterbury Ocean Spotted Blue Plastic TW2V37400

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On World Ocean Day, we're introducing the Waterbury Ocean collection, created using upcycled, ocean-bound plastic, in partnership with award-winning organization, #tide. This exciting release comes at a crucial time for our planet; the ocean is suffocating due to plastic pollution, with an estimated 8 million tons of waste finding its way into the sea every year. While the statistics surrounding this global crisis are certainly staggering, they're unsurprising given the rate at which societies around the world both produce and dispose of nonbiodegradable materials.

I learnt the expression, “buy cheap, buy twice” the hard way with, of all things, shoes. Despite my best efforts to ignore the peeling soles and fraying laces, it was abundantly clear to me that spending less on something does not always equate to a saving. And so you might think that spending a single percent of the Rolex’s value on a watch is a fool’s errand. We are also able to offer an exchange to a different product if required, please specify this when returning your product. And the Swiss know a thing or two about timekeeping. And after several weeks with this new combined effort, I’d call it a successful pairing. In short: Timex’s Waterbury Ocean is an interesting concept, aiming to take ocean-bound plastic “From Waste to Wrist.” Despite its paradoxically low 30 m of water resistance, it’s a beautifully designed and affordably priced timepiece that carries a genuine sense of care and sustainability. The #tide Effect (Photo/Josh Wussow)Here’s my most significant complaint: With a water rating of just 30 m, it feels weird that a watch dubbed the “Waterbury Ocean” isn’t rated high enough for a swim at the beach.

I’m guessing this is part of #tide’s production, and it’s genuinely attractive. (Photo/Josh Wussow) But take a look at its band next to a few metal bracelets, and you’ll see that the Ocean’s links are indeed closer to the size of a traditional half-link. (Photo/Josh Wussow) The clasp, the crown, and especially the indices and hands are wonderfully reflective, catching the light with a beautiful sheen. It helps that these latter two aren’t just flat bits of steel. Each has multiple bevels, which further scatter the sunshine.But that’s the point, right? And somehow, the Ocean manages not to feel like a toy. This is due in large part to the excellent polishing on its metal surfaces. (Photo/Josh Wussow) That’s where Timex comes in. The company (and several other watch companies) are now offering watches aimed at eco-conscious consumers. These include the folks at Luminox, who’ve recently sent along a Survival Master Chronograph spun from the same stuff. But that’s a discussion for another time. Timex produce watches for men, women and children. The watches are available in a wide range of styles and designs to ensure that there is a perfect model for every collector. We’ve seen a number of watch brands utilizing recycled ocean plastic that comes from #tide Ocean Material. We’re glad to see those materials not just getting removed from the oceans, but also being put to new use in consumer goods. The latest to take advantage of this trend is the newly announced Timex Waterbury Ocean. Designs