Onyx Gauge
$1391,849
38 mmMineral
The Sensei's take
The Thomas Earnshaw Onyx Gauge is a stylish entry-level watch that caters to those who appreciate a unique aesthetic at an accessible price. Its standout design features a striking combination of vintage flair and modern sensibility, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to elevate a casual outfit without breaking the bank. If you're after an affordable conversation piece that’s more about style than spec, the Onyx Gauge is a solid pick.
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With its compact 38mm square case, the Chester is designed for balance. The timepiece also reveals its mechanical heartbeat with its skeleton dial and see-through exhibition caseback. Effortlessly refined for both everyday wear and formal elegance, the Chester brings sophistication and character together in one clean, square form.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Versatile 38mm case
Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Tall 14mm case
- No lume
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 38 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a short 45 mm lug-to-lug keeps it friendly on smaller wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- ES-8311-04
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 45 mm
- Thickness
- 14 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Square
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Crystal
- Mineral · anti reflection coated
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- grey
- Indices
- applied
- Lume
- None
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Clasp
- pin
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes
- Fit
- Unisex
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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