Charcoal Dream
$169212
42 mmMineral
The Sensei's take
The Thomas Earnshaw Charcoal Dream is a solid choice for anyone looking to make a stylish statement without breaking the bank. Its stainless steel case adds durability while projecting a refined aesthetic that works well in both casual and formal settings. At $169, this watch delivers impressive design for its price, making it a worthy addition to any watch collection.
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The Drake returns, now reimagined with enhanced complications. At its core, the automatic movement offers a clear display of time, day, date, and month—all at a glance. The skeletonized dial unveils the mechanical artistry within, showcasing the captivating rhythm of its inner workings. Encased in a 42mm polished stainless steel case, the Drake is designed to complement your journeys ahead.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a long 50.5 mm lug-to-lug favours larger wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- ES-8308-05
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 50.5 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 26 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Stainless Steel
- Crystal
- Mineral · anti-reflective coating
- Bezel
- Fixed
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- applied index
- Lume
- Yes — Japan Luminous
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Functions
- Date, Day, Month, Hour, Minute, Second
- Fit
- Men's
The maker
Thomas Earnshaw
The philosophy of Thomas Earnshaw revolves around creating high-quality timepieces at fair prices while embracing vintage watchmaking techniques. The brand focuses on intricate designs and craftsmanship, continuously innovating with new materials and styles that celebrate classic watchmaking.
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