World Timer Watches: Daughter's Wishlist & Advice

KMII · 2024-01-13T08:02:48Z

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KMII's forum post about his daughter's unexpected interest in world timer watches sparks a delightful and practical discussion among collectors. This article explores the community's recommendations for robust, child-friendly world timers, offering insights into both accessible and unique options. KMII's quest highlights the challenge of finding a horological piece that balances a child's nascent interest with a collector's appreciation for quality and function.

This morning when I opened IG my soon to be ten year old daughter saw a picture of a world timer and thought that this could be a great present for her upcoming birthday (like father like daughter I suppose 😂).

Now a 5110P might not quite be what I had in mind for her first - it needs to be fit for a 10 year old (size, weight, robustness, cost (so that she doesn’t get limited in what she can do carefree)…).

If it has some sort of world map that would be great and lume according to her would be a bonus (where’s all this coming from? 😂).

We will get get a custom strap for her slender wrist but 42mm might also not quite be the ticket.

So any ideas? Quartz as well as mechanical is possible and so is technically vintage, if sufficiently robust.

Any ideas or recommendations highly appreciated 🤞🏻🙏🏻

Key Points from the Discussion

The Ebel Voyager WT, though out of production, is suggested as an excellent and affordable vintage or pre-owned option, available in various finishes and a wearable 38mm case.
A CIGA Design U-Series Blue Planet, a GPHG winner, is recommended for its lightweight design (under 100g in steel with a rubber strap) and wrist-friendly size, despite its unconventional time display.
Frederique Constant is put forward as a cost-effective brand for world timer complications, offering accessible entry points into the genre.
The Citizen Eco-Drive Nighthawk (Ref. BJ9121-57A) with a 40mm dial is suggested as a robust and suitable option for a 10-year-old.
A Mido world timer is also proposed as a viable option, aligning with the criteria for a child's watch.
One contributor reflects that a child's interest in watches might stem from a desire for shared experiences and attention, suggesting that the watch itself can become a point of connection.

The Discussion

amanico

Jan 13, 2024

MB Orbis Terrarum.

Or Frederique Constant. I try to save costs... Best, Nicolas

amanico

Jan 13, 2024

In the Vintage, Tissot.

KMII

Jan 13, 2024

The modern one would generally fit the bill but is large at 43mm

How much smaller is the vintage?

KMII

Jan 13, 2024

Sounds a lot better 👍🏻

amanico

Jan 13, 2024

Yes, but not easy to find.

KMII

Jan 13, 2024

Been thinking of the Orbits Terrarum…

Will need to check for size and weight 🤞🏻

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