Did you know that the human eye can see more shades of green than any other color? There’s an evolutionary reason for this, as our ancestors needed to quickly spot a snake camouflaged in the grass. So even if you don’t like the rest of this article, at least you learned something.
But we’re betting that you will indeed find something to like in this list that combines two of the most popular motifs in watches: Arabic numerals and green dials. It sounds niche, but this intersection is more widespread than you might think, and we’ve identified the top five with the biggest market impact today.
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5168G-010
The first watch on this list of biggest movers and shakers in the market just so happens to be a Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5168G-010 – a grail for many. The green strap alone sells for over $800 on the secondary market. This is one of the finest examples of sport luxury because it’s not trying too hard to be either sport or luxury. The combination of a white gold case on a rubber strap is not something that should work, but somehow, it works beautifully here.
Seiko Prospex Alpinist SBDC091
Here’s what’s likely the crowd favorite of the group. The Alpinist carries a lot of the qualities that we know and love from Seiko. Namely, it’s a well-built machine at a firmly approachable price. The Alpinist adds a couple of twists on that formula with two crowns, green sunburst dial, cathedral hands, and an internal rotating compass. It’s a capable companion for any outdoor enthusiast and scores very well on the happiness-per-dollar ratio.
Breitling Premier B09 Chronograph AB0930D31L1P1
Ok, so you like green, but can I interest you in some pistachio? Before Rolex dressed their Oyster Perpetual in the nutty shade, there was this classy and complicated piece from Breitling. The Premier B09 Chronograph is a delightful combination of Arabic numerals for legibility, syringe hands for tradition, a steel 40mm case for practicality, and a pistachio dial just because. Oh, and the display case back doesn’t hurt either.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26238TI.OO.A056CA.01
Enough with quiet luxury—here’s a watch that’s loud and proud. At 42mm in diameter and more than 15mm thick, this Offshore Chronograph has no shortage of wrist presence. Thankfully, the titanium case and rubber strap add some welcome wearability to offset the action-hero proportions of this watch. And if you are an action hero, even better, because this feels like the kind of watch that could survive an explosion or two.
NOMOS Glashütte Club Sport Neomatik Petrol
The NOMOS Club Sport Neomatik is a great all-arounder with 200m of water resistance and a case that measures 37mm wide by only 8.3mm thick. NOMOS has built a reputation as one of the go-to brands in the affordable luxury category, and this watch is no exception. It’s not a watch that’s trying to do too much, and what it does, it does well. The touch of green on the dial is just enough to liven up this everyday companion without pushing it into “fun watch” territory.
