Feynman One
With a Kickstarter debut in 2018, Feynman Timekeepers provided a distinctive offering with the Feynman One. Simply put, the Feynman One is a great watch because of the design and specs. Subsequent success with the 2020 Cove campaign is further evidence that the design language has an audience. Feynman tends to show up in a variety of watch groups and amongst different levels of collectors. Personally, I thought about buying one, but was unsure about a couple things. After spending some significant time with the review sample, I nabbed one for myself.
The video is an Extended Review of the Feynman One wristwatch. Two models are shown: the blue Eclipse and the white and black One Eye Panda. Below, I provide the details and some pictures, but my thoughts and explanations are in the video.
The Review
https://youtu.be/mM_VTb0djw4
Details:
- Model: Feynman One
- Diameter: 39.2mm
- Height: 12.8mm
- Lug Width: 20mm
- Lug-to-lug: 47mm
- Weight: ~79.5g
- Case: Stainless steel
- Movement: ETA 7001 Top Grade
- Power Reserve: ~42 hours
- Accuracy: ~ -4/+4 sec/day
- Crystal: Sapphire w/AR
- Water Resistance: 5atm/50m/150ft
- Retail Price: ~$980
Pros:
- Unique look, 3d dial design
- Striking colorways available
- Contrasting textures between surfaces inside and out
- Caseback design
- Top Grade ETA handwound movement
- Service
- Strap (once broken in)
- Packaging and travel pouch
Cons:
- Winding motion can be tricky
- Crown design…wish it was smaller
- ETA going Swatch-only (future service?)
- Strap before being broken in
- A little tall for a dress watch
- Cost, a nice movement but still a tad high
The Pouch
The Watch
On the Wrist
Final Thought
The Feynman one is different and that is saying something in the watch world. A thoughtful design paired with an excellent movement ticks a lot of boxes for a watch enthusiast. If you are in the market for a handwound wristwatch but are not wanting the same ol’ same ol’ then give the Feynman One a look. Given some details and personality, certainly a watch I recommend.
