MK1 Automatic Webbing Strap Watch, 40mm

While I love the watch, I’m irritated that I have to set it every day. It’s an automatic so I shouldn’t have to. I know that it’s getting enough movement seeing how I’m in a wheelchair. Also, the glow doesn’t last long in the dark either.

I’m very pleased with the watch as I’m starting to get into watch collecting.

This is a beautiful, well made watch. Very happy with it.

Will not keep running through the night. Have to reset the time every morning.

I'm a fan of traditional field watches, and own several, including vintage Benrus and Hamilton models. I dinged the crystal on my father's old RAF Hamilton the other day, and it made me realize I needed a knock-about version. I got a discount on a Timex Mk1 last week, and have worn it every day since. The 40mm size seems like a pie-plate compared to a typical 36mm, but it has grown on me. The Japanese movement is very smooth, and the band is a perfectly serviceable NATO style. The lume is fine (I'm used to the very minimal luminosity on my vintage watches). I really admire what Timex has done with their brand. I have an American Documents Timex that I use on dress occasions, and I would love to see Timex do more watches along those lines, with US sourcing and assembly. As for this watch, I would recommend to anyone who wants an everyday field watch of classic design.

The watch, when I received it, did not have the correct time. I reset the watch and wore it for a day. The watch after a day of wear did not wind completely to keep it running for the next day's wearing. If this continues I'll return it. Also the watch band is an odd configuration where the band comes under the back of the watch and obscures the view of the automatic winding function.