Classic Black
$5201,766
44 mm100 m WRMineral
The Sensei's take
The Thomas Earnshaw Classic Black is a striking timepiece for those who appreciate bold, sporty aesthetics combined with classic functionality. With its substantial water resistance and automatic movement, it offers great value for those seeking a dependable everyday watch that stands out on the wrist.
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Clearance Item - The item you are purchasing is a pre-loved watch that has been restored to working condition and is being sold at a discounted price. All sales are final and there are no returns / replacement / exchange provided. Strong, bold, and imposing. This is a watch of presence and nautically imbibed style. Sporty yet luxurious communicating a determination and spirit, unlike anything you've experienced on your wrist before.
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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
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Tall 14mm case
- No lume
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 44 mm it wears boldly, a long 50 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-8252-11
- Released
- 2025
- Case diameter
- 44 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 50 mm
- Thickness
- 14 mm
- Lug width
- 28 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- applied index
- Lume
- None
- Strap / bracelet
- rubber
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes
- 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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