Alkin Model Two
The Alkin Model Two is the second model from Alkin, a Britain based microbrand. Their fist model, named the Model One, was a field style watch, but this time they give it a go with a diver, and not just any style dive watch, but a dual crown super compressor style dive watch. Available in 3 dials colors and all equipped with a Miyota 9039 automatic movement, sandwich dial, 300 meters water resistance and of course and internal bezel. The Model Two will be available for preorder, tomorrow June 30th, 2020, at around $400 USD. The model I have in hand is a prototype, but only a few minor changes will be made to the production model, which should be ready before the end of the year, at least if there are no delays. With how this year is going, who knows, but that is the goal from Alkin.
Alkin Model Two Specifications:
Case: 316L stainless steel
Finish: Brushed stainless stee
Movement: Miyota 9039
Lume: Super-LumiNova BGW9
Lens: Sapphire with AR coating
Strap: 316L stainless steel bracelet with solid end links
Bezel: Internal bi-directional
Dimensions: 41mm x 48mm Lug width: 20mm Thickness: 12.8mm
Weight: 168 Grams
Water resistance: 300m
Price $401
https://alkinwatches.com/collections/model-two
I have always had a fondness for a dual crown dive watch, I just love the design. Part of it is a bezel that you can have a little more control over, and do not have to worry about it, getting scratched or knocked around and the other is the separation of the crowns allow the watch to be worn a little easier on the wrist, as opposed to a crown at the 3 o’clock position. As always, I am a little hesitant to review a prototype, because sometimes it is hard to envision what it could be or supposedly will be versus what I have in hand. Not all prototypes are created equal. Fortunately the Alkin Model II prototype is pretty close to what it will be, with the only changes being an improved resistance to the internal bezel crown, larger Alkin logo on clasp and better lume on the numbers and triangle of inner bezel.
I was aware of Alkin Watches before this review, and I liked the look of their Model One, a clean straightforward field watch. I never had the opportunity to review that one, just bad timing really, but when Charlie Fowler, furniture designer (and now watch designer) and owner of Alkin reached out saying the second model was nearing completion, I was excited to get this prototype in hand. I had a few email conversations with Charlie, and he never told me where the watches are made. The movement is Japanese and while designed in the UK, nowhere does it claim to be made in the UK, nor can I find where it is made on their website. I am going to assume somewhere in Asia, most likely Hong Kong, and if I am wrong, i will update this review with correct information. The only reason I bring this is up is their about section on the website. I like some background information, but I also think it is a good idea in these areas of your website that you are transparent about where the product is made. We know many microbrands are made in China these days, nothing wrong with that at all, it was just odd I could not find one reference to it on the website.
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