RNR Beachrunner
$1,495944
40 mm50 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The REC RNR Beachrunner is a standout for anyone who appreciates automotive history and unique timepieces. The use of actual materials from a classic Land Rover gives it a distinct character that sets it apart in the crowded microbrand market. At €1,295, it's a great value for collectors looking for something truly special.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 40mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 40 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a 48.2 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 062
- Released
- 2023
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 40 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 48.2 mm
- Thickness
- 12.1 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L Stainless Steel, Aluminum
- Water resistance
- 50 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · multilayer anti-reflective coating
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- aluminum
- Dial finish
- Textured
- Indices
- mixed
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova C3 Green
- Strap / bracelet
- rubber
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds, Date
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
REC Watches
REC Watches embodies the philosophy of 'Recover, Recycle, Reclaim', where they salvage materials from legendary vehicles to create timepieces that carry rich narratives. Each watch is not just an accessory, but a conversation starter and a tribute to the legacy of its source.
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