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Wayne Preston

@chronicleofawatchnoob

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New to watch collecting; if I like it and can afford it, I’ll buy it; love to find great micro brands and watches that “punch above their weight.”

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Dark, stealthy, and dialed in. This custom Mr. Eatwell build pairs a rugged black-coated case and integrated bracelet with a striking textured bronze-gold gradient dial, Roman numerals, and a reliable Swiss movement under the hood. Clean lines with a serious edge. by @chronicleofawatchnoob

Had a couple of days off, and coming back to my inbox was like opening up a mini holiday gift. My buddy Adam sent over this absolute knockout shot of his Tudor Black Bay GMT with the Opaline dial.
That crisp, polar white face paired with the classic burgundy and blue Pepsi bezel is just an unbeatable combo. Honestly, this piece is a true “one day” grail for me; definitely something I’d love to add to my own box down the road.
Massive thanks to Adam for sharing this beauty! To the rest of the watch family, keep those wrist shots coming... my inbox is always open for watch spam! 🍻⌚️ by @chronicleofawatchnoob

Can you ever really have too many Casio watches? Seriously. When you weigh build quality, aesthetic, and price point, almost every model in their lineup is an absolute win-win-win.
I’ve been loving this Casio MTP-1302D lately. The fluted bezel, silver sunburst dial, and gold indices give it a refined look that punches way above its weight class. At a price point as low as $40 in some places, come on... it’s virtually impossible to beat. Daily wearer or dressed up, the versatility here is unquestioned. by @chronicleofawatchnoob

@yumajohnny went all in for the Casio combo classic digital watch , vintage style AND the ring. Casio always for the win!#casio #casioringwatch #casiodigitalwatch by @chronicleofawatchnoob

“You’re killing me, Smalls!”—except there’s nothing funny about how good this combination looks. Baby blue dial + rich brown leather strap + desert golden hour = peak everyday elegance. The Orient Bambino proves you don’t need to break the bank to get serious style. by @chronicleofawatchnoob

Keeping it classic with the everyday essentials. #CasioWatch #WatchFam #EDC #VintageCasio #PocketCheck by @chronicleofawatchnoob

Got a real soft spot for field watches, but the Mr. Eatwell “Chino” hits totally different.
Between the rich brown tones of the strap, the classic dial color, and that timeless vintage feel, it’s hard to put down. But the best part? Coming in at 34mm, I find myself appreciating smaller-dial watches more and more as I get older. There’s just something about wearing a properly proportioned classic that feels right.
What’s everyone wearing on the wrist today? by @chronicleofawatchnoob

Shoutout to my friend Adam for submitting this awesome shot of his “Double Shot” GMT by @mreatwell! ☕️ GMT functionality paired with that espresso-toned textured dial and root-beer bezel is just fantastic.
Matt over at Mr Eatwell consistently does a beautiful job crafting some of the most creative, fun, and original watches in the independent microbrand space.
📸: Adam
⌚️: Mr Eatwell “Double Shot”
#MrEatwell #DoubleShot #MicrobrandWatch #WatchCollector #Horology WatchCommunity GMTWatch EverydayWatch WatchShots by @chronicleofawatchnoob

Taking the “Off-shorer” where it belongs 🌊 Pulled this Mr Eatwell out for a dip yesterday and the light on the wet tile just beckoned for a quick re-shoot. You’ve seen this one on the feed before, but honestly? Water looks good on it. Safe to say this dial still hits just as hard the second time around. by @chronicleofawatchnoob

High-end specs are great, but sometimes a timeless digital classic is all the wrist really needs. Rate today’s carry! ⚙️🔪💵Who else loves a good budget-friendly daily driver?What’s the ultimate budget piece in your rotation right now? 👇 by @chronicleofawatchnoob