The archival reference's charming '70s aesthetics - art-deco roman numerals, a retro leather band, vintage-inspired mineral glass crystal, engraved caseback- and peculiar rectangular shape are not entirely dissimilar to, say, a Cartier Tank.
The Beams Boy x Timex Original Camper Ring Watch draws its lineage from two points in history: the 1920s tradition of converting women's timepieces into jewelry, and the 1990s ring watch trend that briefly made a cult appearance before fading out again.
The Portland-based company has been making pocket knives and other tools designed for daily use since 2012and built a hugely devoted fan base along the way. That's thanks to the quality of the materials, the thoughtful details, and the minimalist design language that go into every piece. Can you see where I'm going here? Yeah, you got it. Turns out the elements that make for a successful folding knife or keychain also happen to translate quick neatly to the world of durable tool watches.
