Sandalwood and Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch 42mm
Sandalwood and Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch 42mm
The Orion is built around a sandalwood and stainless steel case — an unusual pairing that gives it the warmth of natural wood with the durability of metal — and every purchase triggers Bear Essentials' tree-planting pledge in regions most affected by deforestation.
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The Orion sits at an interesting intersection: a 42mm chronograph that functions as a proper everyday watch and a piece of natural craft you will actually want to wear. The case combines sandalwood with stainless steel, which means the warmth and grain of the wood is present without sacrificing structural integrity. The dark dial lets the chronograph sub-dials catch the light in a way that rewards a second look.
Bear Essentials handcrafts each watch from a family workshop, which means no two pieces are entirely identical — the wood grain ensures that. The brand works exclusively with natural materials, including wood from sustainable forestry, and refuses to scale in ways that would compromise the handcrafted process.
The strap system is worth noting: pin-loaded straps that switch without tools, so you can move between the vegan leather and genuine leather options depending on the occasion. Both strap types are available separately if you want to build out your options over time.
- Movement: battery-operated Chronograph
- Case: sandalwood and stainless steel
- Case diameter: 42mm
- Straps: pin-loaded, easy-switch system
- Strap options: vegan leather or genuine leather (also available separately)
- Treatments: sanded and treated for splash resistance and day-to-day wear — no further treatment required
- Warranty: 24 months, with 24/7 support channel
- Personalisation: available on request — contact Bear Essentials directly via their contact page for a quote
Each purchase comes with an information slip covering use and care guidance for the watch.
About Our Brand Bear Essentials
Travel accessories are often mass-produced from synthetic materials, leaving environmentally conscious explorers with limited options that align with their values. Bear Essentials addresses this by creating durable, considered products for those who wish their equipment to be as thoughtful as their journeys.
Every Bear Essentials item is handcrafted using natural materials, including wood from sustainable forestry and recycled pellets, ensuring each piece is unique. The brand prioritises natural alternatives over plastic, a practical manufacturing decision that speaks to their commitment to responsible production.
Originating from a family home workshop, Bear Essentials maintains handcrafting as central to its production, refusing to compromise craft for scale. For every purchase, a tree is planted, directly replenishing the natural resources used and closing the loop between consumption and environmental return.