Willow Wooden Watch 42mm
Willow Wooden Watch 42mm
The Willow is a 42mm wooden watch handcrafted from sandalwood in Bear Essentials' family workshop, sanded and splash-treated for everyday wear — and every purchase plants a tree in areas most affected by deforestation.
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The Willow is one of those watches that earns a second look. The sandalwood case has a depth to it — the grain shifts depending on the light, and no two pieces come out identical because no two pieces of wood ever do. At 42mm, it sits well on the wrist without overpowering it.
Bear Essentials handcraft each watch from their family workshop, using wood sourced from sustainable forestry. The finish is practical as well as considered: every case is sanded and treated to handle splashes and daily use without needing any further care from you.
The movement is battery-operated quartz — accurate, low-maintenance, and easy to live with. The strap system uses a pin-loaded mechanism, so swapping between looks takes seconds rather than a trip to a watchmaker.
- Case diameter: 42mm
- Movement: battery-operated quartz
- Strap system: pin-loaded, easy-switch
- Strap options: Woodlink, Vegan Tan, Vegan Navy, Real Soft Leather Brown, Real Soft Leather Black
- Treatment: sanded and splash-resistant — no further treatment required
- Warranty: 24 months, with 24/7 support
- Personalisation: available on request via Bear Essentials directly
Straps are also available to purchase separately, so you can build out the collection over time.
One thing worth knowing: Bear Essentials plant a tree for every purchase, directed at regions most affected by deforestation. It is a direct, tangible commitment — not a carbon offset scheme or a rounding-up-at-checkout gesture.
Care guidance: An information slip covering use and care is included with every watch. The case is treated to withstand splashes and everyday handling and does not require additional treatments.
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.