“Cutter doesn't want his watches to be popular in a mainstream way. "I want our watches to be bought by weirdos who make art and do something. There are really cool guys now – artists and musicians – that we want to wear our watches," he says.
Cutter draws inspiration from the bolder design choices found in pre-quartz crisis watches. "There are weird design things that got left behind," Cutter says. "Like the red dot on the dial for when the alarm is set." But that's what Haven is attempting to bring back: A celebration of color and odd design elements that once filled watch dials.”
HODINKEE
“I like [The Chilton] and I really like it on the wrist. There’s no denying that this watch fits within a really sweet spot in terms of size; it really does channel that vintage feel. On the whole, I like the Haven Chilton and I really like that someone made a watch that they’re personally proud of. The Chilton is not inexpensive (it is assembled and tested in the USA – not Asia) and will battle against some serious heavyweights in the actual vintage or vintage inspired categories. If the watch design and the journey resonate, though, I think prospective owners would find themselves more than happy.”
FRATELLO
“The Haven Watch Co. Chilton is refreshing in that it has clearly been given some serious thought by people who love wristwatches. Despite coming from a relatively young brand, this is a far cry from a crowd-funded business that only charges you shipping. The Chilton is for enthusiasts and collectors alike, offering a faithfully expressed design that will age as gracefully as it has for the last half century, well into the next.”
TIME + TIDE
“The watches takes inspiration from the 1970s, perhaps the golden age of sports watches, and specifically, the funky designs and bold colours of the era’s regatta timers. The watch is refreshing and captures the bold, experimental spirit of the 1970s.
Beyond the design, the Chilton is notable for being the first watch on the market powered by the new, hand-wound, “compax” chronograph movement from Sellita.”
SJX
“The Chilton does exactly what Haven intended: executes on the idea of a classic vintage chronograph. The dial pops, the hands shimmer, the lume shines, and the case is almost perfectly crafted. Toss in a solid bracelet and your choice of American-made straps, and the deal just gets sweeter.”
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EPISODE #47
In this episode, I sit down with Weston of Haven Watch Company. This engaging and refreshing conversation is great nexus to discover more about this fantastic brand. Weston is a true enthusiast and he is making fantastic watches.
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“My personal experience with both renditions of Haven’s debut chrono have been very positive. I find myself reaching for them as much as my vintage watches due to their vintage-esque balance and flair. It’s clear that the Chilton is as much a piece of contemporary art as a tool for timekeeping. Between the packaging, the website content, and the use of artisans in the region for all aspects of the production, the Chilton is an ode to the great American Midwest.”
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