Onyx
$1693,329
43 mmMineral
The Sensei's take
The Thomas Earnshaw Onyx is perfect for those who appreciate classic design with modern complications. Its retrograde calendar and distinctive open-heart feature offer a unique aesthetic, while the robust stainless steel construction ensures it holds up well to everyday wear. This watch provides excellent value for money, balancing style and function effortlessly.
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A timepiece of complications yet absolute legibility. Clearly positioned details and cleanly proportioned elements come together to create a timepiece that is unpretentious yet luxurious, simple yet sophisticated and quietly confident in its appeal
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Tall 15.3mm case
- No lume
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 43 mm it wears boldly, a long 49.5 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-8169-11
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 43 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 49.5 mm
- Thickness
- 15.3 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Stainless Steel
- Crystal
- Mineral · Anti Reflection Coated
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- Black
- Indices
- Applied Index
- Lume
- None
- Strap / bracelet
- Stainless Steel
- Clasp
- Butterfly Clasp With Push Button
- Functions
- Date, Open Heart, Retrograde Calendar
- 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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