The Time Bum

The Time Bum

Exploring the world of watches on a budget.

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Second Hour Gin Clear MkII

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It is hard to believe that it has been three years since Australia’s Second Hour Watches launched their debut model, the Gin Clear. Since then, the brand has turned out…

MMI Nor-Light

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MMI, purveyors of affordable quality tool watches, are back with the Nor-Light, a model that takes the brand in a dressier direction than their previous offerings. Inspired by the Northern…

Hemel Air Wing

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Hemel has made some smart moves in its time, but perhaps none better than launching the HF Air Support collection. Inspired by the iconic Dodane and Breuget Type 20 and…

2023 Holiday Gift Guide

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Have you started your holiday shopping? If not, then The Time Bum is here to remind you that you had better get moving. I know, it’s not even Thanksgiving yet,…

Estrowerk Estro One

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Weird isn’t a monolith. There is weird that lacks cohesion, and is garish – we’ll call this “Invicta Weird.” There is also weird that, despite being a combination of elements…

Trintec Co-pilot Airfield

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Since its inception in 1984, Trintec has stayed true to its mission of creating aviation-inspired clocks and watches, including such creations as their original 1990 Altimeter instrument watch, the outrageous…

Jack Mason Hydrotimer

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The Jack Mason Hydrotimer is, as you might have guessed, a diver’s watch. It is rated for 300m water resistance, has a screw-down crown and case back, a uniderectional timing…

Dufrane Mabry

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Today, I’m reviewing the latest watch from Dufrane, The Mabry, a field watch that delivers a textured California dial, tight proportions, and a titanium case. It sounds simple enough, but as…

Xeric Vendetta X

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At the recent Wind-up NYC, I met Mitch Greenblatt, the founder of Xeric, a brand known for its avant-garde style and alternative time-keeping mechanisms. Among Xeric’s wild and wonderful selection…

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