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Giant Hunk of Metal
FEBRUARY 7, 2020
WORDS BY ZACH KAZAN https://wornandwound.com/review/revi...-x-mechanical/
The Victorinox I.N.O.X. Mechanical belongs to a very specific category of watch that I like to call the “Giant Hunk of Metal” watch. Some other hits from genre include the Seiko Monster, various all metal G-Shocks, and the Omega Seamaster PLOPROF. When someone says the words “wrist presence,” they’re thinking of watches like this. They have a heft that’s satisfying, an often times aggressive look, and are generally built like tanks. The quartz version of the I.N.O.X. has been around for awhile, and is another proud member of this group, but the mechanical version gives an altogether different impression.

The very first thing you notice about the I.N.O.X. Mechanical is the weight. When you pick it up and hold it in your hand, it’s obvious that that this is indeed a “Giant Hunk of Metal” watch, and not a watch that’s simply posing. We’ve all had the experience of picking up a watch, and thinking it feels flimsy or otherwise poorly made. Not so with the I.N.O.X. There’s a density and overall feeling of quality to the case that makes you think it could survive almost any impact, or even cause a fairly substantial one of its own.
Movement
Powering the I.N.O.X. is the tried and true ETA 2824, a durable and reliable movement that is absolutely at home in a rough and tumble watch. The movement’s humble but considerable technical attributes are well summarized here, but in the context of this particular watch the 2824 is as well implemented as a 2824 can be. The winding rotor is signed with the familiar Swiss Army logo, but on the whole decoration is minimal, which of course is entirely appropriate for a watch like this. It’s been said many times, and many ways, by many a watch writer, but the value of a transparent case back on a watch in this price range isn’t to allow for gawking at world class finishing, but merely for starting a conversations about mechanical movements when someone inevitably comments “nice watch.” At least, as watch lovers, we all hope it’s inevitable.

Key features
- Swiss made automatic movement ETA 2824-2 visible through the translucent exhibition case back
- With a high-grade Swiss made stainless steel case, a bezel with anti-scratch coating and a protective removable bumper
- Features a bracelet crafted from exceptionally resilient, patented stainless steel
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43 mm Dimensions
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Feb 7, 2020
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Today, Worn & Wound Associate Editor Zach Kazan reviews the Victorinox I.N.O.X. Mechanical. Be sure to read the full review on Worn & Wound.