Oh, the summer watch. Here’s what we’d wear if we were hitting the beach, surviving the heat, or just laid back in the shade.

 

RA-AC00 Version 5 (Bracelet)— Let’s face it: Wearing a leather strap in the blistering heat might not be a great idea (but here are ways to clean the strap!). But if you wanted to keep it classy on a scorching day, the latest RA-AC00 Version 5 on bracelet is all you’ll ever need especially with it’s domed crystal and dial. Shop now

Field watch – We’ve said this before, but this is a back-woods-camping-off-the-grid type of watch. It features fantastic lume, a day and date display, and a 24 hour counter. Not to mention 100m of water resistance that’s reinforced with a screwed down crown. Shop Now

Kanno – It’s big, bold, and has quickly become a fan favorite. The Kanno is everything we’re looking for in a casual summer watch: fantastic legibility, 200m water resistance, and screwed down crown. You can get it with solid center link bracelet or even a rubber strap. Snorkeling never looked so great. Shop Now

Neptune – So you like the Kanno, but you’re planning to kick it up a notch (or five) this summer. The Neptune is our top line diver, and has all the bells and whistles under the hood including JIS Class 1 diver certification as well as ISO-compliance for shock resistance and anti-magnetism. This is the watch you’d take on a grand adventure. Shop Now

Envoy Version 2 – If you ask us, the Envoy Version 2 is the type of watch you’d wear if you’re out relaxing in a cabana. The classic hands, open heart dial, and exhibition case back not only look elegant, but are great conversation starters. It’s luxury at a fraction of the cost. Shop Now