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FEARS ARNOS

 

Fears was in business in Bristol, England from 1846-1976 (quartz crisis?). The brand was renewed in 2016 by a relative of the original company founders. They have kept the business in its original city, and I believe is one of the companies involved in the movement to revive British watchmaking among others.

Unlike their cushion shaped models, the Arnos is the first rectangular model in a line I think they plan on expanding, and is based on the model pictured below which is from around 1930. You can see the new model is not an exact copy of the original but similar in design and style.

The new model is 20x40mm including lugs. I don’t know how thick it is but I’m guessing about 10mm. The case back is curved to match the crystal. It is a small watch but fits my wrist nicely. It’s very comfortable, and comes with 2 straps. The one I am wearing is a blue rubber Delugs strap with a double folding clasp that was made specifically for the watch.

Original model.


New model




As the only shaped case in my collection right now I’m quite happy with it.

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It looks very nice.

 
By: quattro : June 3rd, 2026-05:13
It’s a watch I’ve had an eye on but didn’t yet get to see it in person. I was concerned that the round center part of the dial might look a little small but I imagine that the Clous de Paris pattern surrounding it is very nice in real life and that the up... 

It really is a very handsome piece in the metal.

 
By: gadalex : June 3rd, 2026-08:59
I saw a few during testing at a 'secret' location in London and Lee Yuen Rapati (their head designer and One Hour Watch on Instagram) is a good friend. I think this is possibly some of his best work. Regards, Baruch

Thanks a lot for your feedback, Baruch!

 
By: quattro : June 3rd, 2026-15:21
I hope I’ll be able to see it in person in the not too distant future. Best, Emmanuel

Emmanuel, seeing in person for me confirmed the overall design is very strong.

 
By: Jay (Eire) : June 3rd, 2026-13:25
Is the actual center dial on the smaller side, yes it is. Could it be a little too small for older eyes (like mine), maybe. But I think the fact that there is no other distractions on the dial will probably counter those concerns. And the watch is a reall...  

Thanks for your feedback, Jay!

 
By: quattro : June 3rd, 2026-15:20
I like this design and it looks good on your wrist. Hopefully I’ll be able to see it in person someday. Best, Emmanuel

Nice one!

 
By: pkonos : June 3rd, 2026-08:36
A friend of mine is waiting on his Fears, too, though a different reference. Enjoy !

Thanks😊. I wanted to look at one of their jump hour models

 
By: Vetnov : June 3rd, 2026-16:38
while I was at Time & Tide, unfortunately they didn’t have any in stock.

Great to meet you last weekend.

 
By: Jay (Eire) : June 3rd, 2026-13:20
And thanks for bringing this one; as I think I said to you it’s a very cool watch, the “right” size for a lot of wrists and very striking given the simple / stark design.

It was great to meet you as well.

 
By: Vetnov : June 3rd, 2026-16:44
I enjoyed our conversation and appreciate the information you provided on the pieces I have never seen in person before. It was really amazing to see Journe, GF, RG for the first time and get to handle and examine them. I also appreciate the offer for tra... 

Enjoy the upcoming trip…

 
By: Jay (Eire) : June 3rd, 2026-17:52
…and do let me know if you’re up this way again (before next year’s GTG !).