IWC Steak Timer Chronograph Concept — WatchProSite Forum Digest

TeutonicCarFan · 2022-03-30T21:53:07Z

Explore the humorous concept of a Steak Timer chronograph. Watch collectors discuss practical, kitchen-friendly watch complications and innovative timing features.

TeutonicCarFan's imaginative post proposes a novel concept: a 'Steak Timer' chronograph, sparking a creative discussion among collectors about practical, unconventional watch complications. The thread explores the idea of a robust, kitchen-friendly watch designed for culinary timing. This unique perspective highlights the community's playful side and innovative thinking beyond traditional horology.

Key Points from the Discussion

A 'cooking watch' would require high shock, heat, and water resistance, as a kitchen environment is harsh on timepieces.
Ideal features for a cooking watch would include an alarm function tied to the minute hand for up to 60 minutes, settable without removing the watch.
The author suggested brands like JLC for an alarm cook timer or Moser for a shorter grill timer, possibly with bezel colors indicating doneness (rare, medium, well).
One user humorously noted that having multiple chronographs is exactly why they own three, implying practical use for timing various tasks, including cooking.
The post includes a photo of steaks, demonstrating the practical application of a timer for cooking, even if not a dedicated 'steak timer' watch.

The Discussion

enjoythemusic

Mar 30, 2022

Both look delich! 👍👍👍

TeutonicCarFan

Mar 31, 2022

Had to dust off the grill

From winter!

Bill

Mar 31, 2022

That is putting the watch to good use. Enjoy your steaks.

TeutonicCarFan

Mar 31, 2022

They were delishish

Manhattan needed refill, however

myles721

Mar 31, 2022

That is EXACTLY why I have three chonos!!!

TeutonicCarFan

Mar 31, 2022

Yup

Grill is really only time I use them🤣

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