An 'Elegant' Timex Watch That's 'Well-Made' and 'Looks Way More Expensive' Than It Is Just Dipped Below $45

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If you know where to look, you can find some of the best men's watches right on Amazon. The site is host to a range of styles from Swiss brands like Tissot and even Japanese watchmaking giants like Casio and Seiko, and the site often runs sales on the bestselling styles. That includes affordable mainstay Timex and its South Street watch, which is an underrated timepiece in its arsenal. With its day-date complication and smart stainless steel construction, it's one of the best sub-$200 watches to buy, and it’s up to 42% off right now.

Typically $73, the 36mm South Street Sport Watch is discounted to only $42. This watch has earned over 5,000 five-star ratings from shoppers who call it "timeless and classic," and it's currently a top 40 bestselling style on Amazon. It comes as a box set and includes a stainless steel band as well as an additional leather strap, allowing you to change the look of the watch by simply swapping the band. There is a range of colors to choose from, most of which are on sale for under $45, with some for as little as $40. The box set also makes it a great gift if you’re looking ahead to Father’s Day shopping.

Timex 36mm South Street Sport Watch Box Set in Silver-Tone/Blue/Silver-Tone, $42 (was $73) on Amazon

The key to the South Street’s appeal is its functionality as an everyday watch. The day-date window adds utility if you’re the type to lose track of your schedule, while the large Arabic numerals are easy to read. The watch also features Timex’s beloved Indiglo, which lights up the entire face for legibility in low-light conditions. It has an expansion stainless steel band that stretches to fit different wrists without needing to remove links. The watch also has a compact 36mm case size, making it a good option for those with narrow wrists or for anybody who prefers the look of small, refined watches.

Shoppers appreciated the aesthetics of the watch, particularly for the price paid. “This watch is beautiful and well-made, you cannot expect any better for the price," a shopper said. "Day and date function, lume on the hand, and the Indiglo feature blew me away.” Similarly, another shopper wrote, “This is an inexpensive, elegant watch that looks way more expensive than it actually is.”

Timex 36mm South Street Sport Watch Box Set in Silver-Tone/Black/Silver-Tone, $44 (was $73) on Amazon

The Indiglo feature was specifically mentioned by multiple shoppers, with one writing, “Being able to light up the night really comes in handy at times.” Another agreed, saying, “Keeps accurate time and is easy to read day and night.”

If you’re looking for an affordable daily watch with handy features like a day-date window and easy legibility day or night, Timex’s South Street Sport Watch is a great option, especially now that it's less than $45.