Timex Field Post Mens Watch TW2V03800

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Timex Expedition North, Field Post 41 Solar, speaks to the side of me that makes a conscious effort to develop a more sustainable mindset, particularly as a consumer. I am happy to see Timex taking the right steps towards offering products that use sustainable materials and consider eco-friendly methods of manufacturing them. I hope this is just the start of things to come. Packaging - I like the stylishly minimalist packaging depicting mountainous geometric shapes in bold green tones. It needs no wild introduction, just open it up and introduce it to the wild on your next adventure, which should start now! Watch Case - The 41mm stainless steel case allows for a larger face diameter, handy while on the move and during harsh weather conditions. Stainless steel is the obvious choice, it is a durable material for watch case's but the bead blasted finish gives you that extra level of confidence while facing the elements. Watch Crystal - Often the first thing to get scratched up on any watch, let alone one destined for the great outdoors, with all its scratchy abrasive surfaces. Traditionally, sapphire crystals are reserved for more expensive watches, so this stands out as a real quality feature for this sustainably driven field watch. Preserving the clarity and general aesthetic of the watch and giving the consumer serious bang for the buck. Dial & Hands- The dial is functional and clutter free. The utility of this piece dictates its appearance of being clear and legible and yet it still manages style and flair with the use of colour. Grey arabic fonts and pastel markers against the olive dial work well. The dial has a certain faint transparency to it which isn't overly distracting but noticeable in certain lights. Although, I believe this is a worthy trade off to provide the solar powered feature, which is useful for a sustainable field watch. The hand style is paired well with the appearance and I really like the lume colour, but the lume itself could be brighter. Caseback- The screwdown caseback is one of my favourite features. Every aspect of it from the coin edge pattern around its outer diameter to the Expedition North design just finishes this piece nicely. It is a stunning touch that stamps a mark of quality on this impressive field watch. Strap- Using recycled materials is something every brand or manufacturer should be doing where appropriate. It is a global issue and something we will have to tackle together. If we can use it in a strap, that's excellent. It feels comfortable and is completely functional. I also really like the olive tone. Wearability- At 41mm the watch is on the larger end of the scale for someone with a smaller wrist, like me. However, it wears well and I think that is down to the crown guards, which add a level of comfort active. I have been wearing the Field Post 41 Solar over the weekend and have found it to be well balanced.and doesn't get in the way or catch on clothing. Functionality- 100M water resistance is an absolute must for a field watch and I'm reassured to see it on the Field Post 41. Having a quickset date is a fantastic time saving feature that I enjoy having on watches. More so, is the anti reflective sapphire crystal which I think is a huge bonus that will also help to preserve the appearance of this watch for much longer than a mineral glass alternative. Overall- I think The Timex Field Post 41 from the Expedition North Series hits the mark. It takes all the elements of a well rounded field watch and integrates a number of sustainable features organically in a way that doesn't make it feel like they were an afterthought. It is a sturdy watch and speaks for itself with a bead blasted stainless steel case and anti reflective sapphire crystal. Those features alone are commonly found on watches with a higher price point, making it an attractive yet functional watch. Yes the lume could be a bit brighter and there is a slight transparency on the dial. But, little touches like the logo on the crown and the stunning caseback design finish this piece well for me, and are a testament to the ongoing quality of Timex watches. Overall, a lot of watch for the money.