Timex is leaning further into the integrated-bracelet trend with three smaller versions of its retro-inspired Q Continental Chronograph.
The new Q Timex Continental Chronograph shrinks the case from 40mm to 36mm, bringing its proportions closer to the 1970s styling that inspired the collection. The angular case and tapered steel bracelet remain, so the overall character has not changed dramatically.
Three colourways give buyers a choice between an ice-blue dial with dark subdials, a classic panda combination and a champagne version with gold-tone detailing. That last option leans most heavily into the retro look, especially with its two-tone bracelet.
Timex has made a few other changes to suit the smaller case. The tachymeter bezel no longer rotates and is now fixed, with the two steel models using a case-matching finish and the champagne version finished in gold. The bicompax subdials also gain stepped outer tracks, which adds some extra depth without making the dial overly busy.
Elsewhere, much of the original design remains unchanged. A radial texture runs across the dial, joined by faceted hour markers and luminous hands beneath a flat mineral-glass crystal. The integrated bracelet also returns, keeping the sports-watch look that has become such a big part of the Continental collection.
Power comes from a quartz chronograph movement, with the tachymeter scale available for calculating average speed. One notable change, however, is the water resistance, which drops from 100 metres on the earlier 40mm versions to 50 metres here.
Pricing starts at $259 in the US for the two steel models, with the two-tone version rising to $279. European prices are €249 and €269 respectively.
With its smaller case and cleaner fixed bezel, the latest Continental Chronograph looks like Timex has found an even better fit for the integrated-bracelet trend.