The Least Pretentious Timepiece
Miansai M2 Chronograph
Miansai made its name as a purveyor of stylish, understated Panama hats[3] that looked great but never demanded attention. Then it made stylish, understated bracelets[4] that got noticed without begging an explanation. Now Michael Saiger's brand is getting in the watch game. After a year and a half in development, Miansai is out with a limited line of built-from-scratch watches that are, well, stylish and understated.
Though the minimal M3 design and the super-stylized M1 both nail the retro-modern look, our pick of the litter is this M2 Chronograph, which features a Japanese quartz movement, Swiss sapphire crystal, and a sleek, almost Deco-like stainless steel case. Choose any band you want from the wealth of options – nautical blue, knit green, tan Italian leather – but for our money (and for a watch like this, it isn't a lot of money), you can't go wrong with black leather. Just remember to check out the detailing: The second hand is a delicately carved fishhook, exactly the sort of touch that proves everything has been considered. It takes a lot of work to look this relaxed. [$375; miansai.com[5]]
References
- ^ MJ Approved: Style (www.mensjournal.com)
- ^ Close (www.mensjournal.com)
- ^ Panama hats (www.mensjournal.com)
- ^ bracelets (www.miansai.com)
- ^ miansai.com (www.miansai.com)