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Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sports watches built to outlast the day: Top 8 power wrist pieces for men; For the man who lifts, runs, sweats!
Gone are the days when a watch was just for telling time. Today's sports watches are part style flex, part survival tool, and 100% action-ready. So if you're a gym bro, a trekking junkie, or a 9-to-5 guy with a weekend wild side; there's a beast for your wrist. From Bluetooth-enabled Casios to camo-styled SKMEIs and rugged Carlington analog-digital beasts, we've rounded up the toughest, smartest, and most head-turning watches that don't just show the time, they show who's boss. With Tough Solar tech and Bluetooth connectivity, this blacked-out beast is sleek, smart, and shock-resistant to its core. The analog-digital dial makes it perfect for both boardrooms and bike trails. Sync it to your phone, charge it in sunlight, and go wherever the action is without worrying about a recharge. Pair it with: A black gym tee, cargo joggers, and serious attitude. Tough, tactical, and teenager-approved; this SELLORIA digital sports watch has all the features packed into a rugged design. Waterproof, shockproof, multi-functional, and full of cool factor, this is the kind of watch that can survive a sprint, a storm, or a schoolyard brawl. With its bold red accents, it brings just the right amount of fire to your wrist. Pair it with: A windbreaker, joggers, and your most fearless sneakers. Command attention with the V2A Military Green Chronograph, a watch built like a tank and designed like a mission-ready gadget. The dual display of analog + digital; makes it both stylish and functional, while the tough strap and bold dial scream 'field-ready'. From camping weekends to street-style flexes, this timepiece thrives on adventure. Pair it with: Combat boots, a bomber jacket, and camo trousers for that modern soldier style. From push-ups to power moves, this Shocknshop digital watch is here to ride shotgun through it all. Lightweight yet sturdy, water-resistant, and shockproof; this bad boy doesn't blink, even when you do. The red detailing pops against the matte black, giving it a sporty edge that's all about hustle. Pair it with: A red performance tee and black basketball shorts for that 'always in game mode' look. If your life feels like an action sequence, this Carlington Resin Endurance watch belongs on your wrist. Dual time zones, stopwatch, and a powerful analog-digital combo make this your go-to for both form and function. The resin body gives it durability, while the sleek dial keeps it stylish enough for casual Fridays. Pair it with: Your favourite track pants and a sports hoodie for off-duty energy. Chronograph? Check. Stopwatch? Check. Alarm, dual time, backlight, and serious style? Check. Designed to survive water splashes, gym drops, and life's chaos, this shock-resistant beast is perfect for boys who hustle and men who grind. Pair it with: A camo graphic tee and distressed denims for rugged cool. Ready for the wild, the gym, or just a really long day;this SKMEI watch brings in Army Green vibes with all the rugged essentials: digital display, stainless steel durability, and water-resistance. It's tough where it counts and stylish where it matters. Pair it with: A sleeveless hoodie, cargo joggers, and gym gloves—alpha mode: on. This one's for the urban warriors. The SKMEI 1688 sports watch is LED-lit, dual-display, scratch-resistant, and dressed in a camo strap that screams power play. If you're hitting trails or crushing it at the gym, this stylish monster keeps you on track and on time. Pair it with: A camo vest and tactical joggers for an all-out utility look. With tech-driven features, shockproof design, water resistance, and looks that command attention, they're the ultimate blend of brawn and brains. So whether you're timing sprints or making a statement, your wrist deserves one of these bad boys. 8 Fastrack watches you'll want on your wrist right now: Stylish must-have picks! Watches on a budget: Up to 75% off on men's and women's watches Raincoats for men: Top 8 reliable rainwear from top brands like Clownfit, Zeel and more Yes, most of these sports watches are water-resistant and can withstand splashes, rain, and even light swimming. Always check the depth rating. Yes! Most analog-digital models like Carlington and SKMEI come loaded with stopwatch, alarm, dual time zone, and LED backlight features. The Casio G-Shock (B0CLDMQXYT) stands out with Bluetooth connectivity, solar power, and rugged durability—ideal for outdoor adventurers. Absolutely! They're designed to be both functional and stylish, making them perfect for daily wear—from gym sessions to casual hangouts. Disclaimer: At Hindustan Times, we help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and products. Hindustan Times has an affiliate partnership, so we may get a part of the revenue when you make a purchase. We shall not be liable for any claim under applicable laws, including but not limited to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, with respect to the products. The products listed in this article are in no particular order of priority.
Mint
09-05-2025
- Science
- Mint
5 legendary wristwatches that went to space
Not so long ago, the wristwatch used to be a proper tool. Used by professionals in different environments, and for a wide variety of jobs, the watch wasn't just part of someone's 'look", but also an essential item. A recreational diver (as well as a professional one) would use their dive watch, while a scientist working in a laboratory might use a watch with extra magnetic resistance. In fact, wristwatches used to be marketed as such, e.g. chronographs with a pulsometer scale on the bezel were pitched to doctors, because they would use one to calculate the pulse rate. And once recreational sports like mountaineering, diving and spelunking took off in the 1950s and 60s, purpose-built watches like the Seiko Willard, or the Rolex Explorer II were marketed as kit essentials. In fact, watches were important enough that when the 'Space Race" between the Soviet Union and the US began in the 1960s, watches became an important part of the story. So, what are the watches that went to space? Well, there are many including, in modern times, Casios and Apple Watches. But for sheer iconic status, you can't beat these five. Also Read 8 best GMT watches for your summer holidays A post shared by Galin Russev (@gallianoo) Strela Chronograph If the narrative of space exploration is too US-centric, then so is the story of watches in space. And while everyone knows that the Omega Speedmaster was the first watch on the moon in 1969, in 1965, Russian-made Strela became the first watch to be worn during a spacewalk, by Soviet cosmonaut Alexei Leonov. Built by the Moscow Watch Factory (which had also supplied the first man in space, cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, with his Sturmanskie watch). A chronograph was an indispensable tool for the space-men, since so much of their work had to be meticulously timed, from oxygen levels to timing rocket burns. A post shared by Gabriele (@isignorideltempo) Breitling Navitimer Cosmonaute By the early 1960s, the Breitling Navitimer had been established as one of the most trusted aviation watches for pilots. The key factor that made the watch a hit with the pros was its circular slide rule, allowing pilots to make on-the-fly in-flight calculations. In 1961, US cosmonaut M. Scott Carpenter approached Breitling to make him a purpose-built Navitimer, this one with a 24-hour chronograph scale (instead of the standard 12-hour scale), because it's impossible to otherwise tell morning from night in space. Breitling obliged, and in 1961, the Cosmonaute became the first Swiss chronograph in space, when Carpenter flew to space on the Aurora 7 rocket. A post shared by Neyra Official (@ Omega Speedmaster Professional NASA had been tinkering with the idea of selecting an official watch—a chronograph of course—for its astronauts, and the process speeded up once Carpenter took the Navitimer to space. The space organization invited brands to participate, and received watches from Omega, Rolex and Longines. After rigorous durability tests, NASA settled on the Omega Speedmaster, a watch released in 1959 for motorsport enthusiasts and drivers. From 1965, the Speedmaster Professional became a part of the official gear issued to astronauts of the Gemini and Apollo missions. Thus, the watch featured on the wrists of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin when they touched down on the moon in 1969. A new horological icon was born. Also Read 5 horology YouTube channels you should follow A post shared by 𝚕𝚘𝚠𝚐𝚛𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚠𝚊𝚝𝚌𝚑𝚏𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚍 (@lowgradewatchfiend) Bulova Lunar Chronograph While the official Speedmasters issued by NASA had to be returned to the organization once astronauts returned to Earth, members of the expeditions were allowed to carry personal watches too. During the Apollo 15 mission in 1971, astronaut Dave Scott's Speedmaster's crystal popped out during an EVA (extra-vehicular activity) on the Lunar Rover. He put on his personal Bulova chronograph to help him finish the mission. Thus, it became the only other known watch to be worn on the moon's surface. A post shared by WYD (@ Seiko 6139 'Pogue" It wasn't just Swiss watches that were worn in space, but a Japanese trailblazer made it there too. In 1969, Seiko had become one of three brands to successfully release an automatic chronograph—the others were Zenith and Heuer—and it was thefirst of the three to come out that year. By the early 70s, automatic chronographs were the rage—the Speedmaster was a mechanical chronograph—and surely enough, these watches were favoured by aviators and astronauts because these didn't need to be manually wound each day. In the 1970s, NASA's focus shifted from moon landings to space stations, and the first of these was the Skylab. Astronauts would stay in these stations and conduct scientific experiments for months on end, in a testament to new space tech and human endurance. During its final crewed mission between November 1973-February 1974, William R. Pogue wore the Seiko 6139-6005, making it the first automatic chronograph in space. This funky watch, with its cushion case, brilliant gold dial and a 'Pepsi" blue-and-red bezel, attained iconic status. Fittingly, fans call it the 'Pogue". Once, wristwatches were more than accessories—they were essential tools built to withstand the harshest environments imaginable. Nowhere was this truer than in space, where extreme temperatures, zero gravity, and relentless radiation demanded unwavering precision and resilience. These timepieces weren't worn for style; they were mission-critical instruments, used to measure experiments, time rocket burns, and track day and night in a place where such markers vanish. In the golden age of space exploration, watches were engineered as tools for human endeavour—purposeful, reliable, and tough. Their presence in space serves as a powerful reminder of when function, not fashion, defined what we wore on our wrists. Handwound is a monthly column on watches and watchmaking. Also Read From oyster to jubilee: The importance of watch bracelets
New York Times
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Museum Acts as Casio's Own Memory Lane
Say the name Casio, and people will usually have a story to tell — often a memory involving a first watch or a synthesizer that they played with while growing up. It was 1986 when Haider Kareem, a Casio watch collector who posts on Instagram as vintagecasios, got his first Casio: a W50U World Time. 'I was fascinated by its ability to track different time zones, and to this day, I still have it,' said Mr. Kareem, who lives in the English county of Oxfordshire. 'That watch sparked a lifelong appreciation for Casio's innovation and practicality.' Today, he owns more than 300 Casios. There is a place in Tokyo where fans can take a trip down Casio's own memory lane: the Toshio Kashio Memorial Museum of Invention, a Western-style house filled with inventions by the Kashio brothers, the founders of the company. (Mr. Kareem said the museum was on his itinerary for a trip to Tokyo in May; he missed it during a previous one because he didn't realize that reservations were required, even though entry was free of charge.) Akira Watanabe, who works in corporate communications at Casio Computer Co., gave the reporter a tour of the museum. Credit... Andrew Faulk for The New York Times On a recent wintry day, I headed to the museum, which stands in the affluent Seijo neighborhood of western Tokyo. Although I have lived in the same general area for several years, I had no idea the museum existed: There are some small signs that I had overlooked and the two-level concrete house sits well back from the street, surrounded by a large garden that is now a public park. Thank you for your patience while we verify access. If you are in Reader mode please exit and log into your Times account, or subscribe for all of The Times. Thank you for your patience while we verify access. Already a subscriber? Log in. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
