Soulland X Skagen Collab – The Grenen Chronograph Review
You’ve probably come across a Skagen watch if you’ve ever been in a jewelry store. This brand is one of the most popular names in the watchmaking industry, famous for its sleek designs and minimalist compositions. They have even launched a line of pendants, earrings, bracelets, rings and other jewelry. All of their designs share the same simple aesthetic. Reviewed by notable names such as Forbes, they sport 172k followers on their Instagram page. They know how to market their products to their audience. They manage to produce elite timepieces accessible to everyone.
The term “Fashion brand” is often used within the community of watch admirers, however, there are many timepieces which deliver great quality and interesting designs at an affordable cost. There are several brands that create timepieces worth discovering. Skagen has managed to release an amazing timepiece which fully represents this ideal. Collaborating with Soulland, a design house located in Copenhagen, they have created the limited-edition Soulland X Skagen Grenen Chronograph.
Soulland X Skagen Grenen Chronograph Case
Skagen has implemented the use of different materials and techniques to deliver timepieces that are light on the wrist and very comfortable to wear. They became famous for the use of titanium in watches accessible to the public. However, for the Grenen Chronograph they used stainless steel with a twist – at least 50% of it was recycled. They chose hoodie lugs which allowed for a shorter lug-to-lug measurement of 46.5mm. This was paired with a 9mm slim case which makes this timepiece even more comfortable to wear.
Special design
There are two available color options. The silver color scheme presents us with a natural stainless steel case and a silver dial, paired with a green band made from leather. The other alternative would be the black version which we are reviewing today. The large rehaut is what stands out immediately. It is slightly sunburst and its massiveness makes it so that the hands go past the chapter ring. This special element makes this timepiece stand out from the rest. Collaborating with an innovative design house such as Soulland allows you to produce accessories which display an out-of-the-box vision. As such, the Grenen Chronograph provides a unique aesthetic for people who are looking for something different. With such an attractive price, this timepiece offers a risk-free adventure in style.
Keeping up with Skagen’s identity, the Grenen Chronograph displays a minimalist style. The dial doesn’t have any logos or texts. The quartz movement is Japanese and it has shown great accuracy so far. The main seconds hand is what measures the passing of time, and the counters at 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock display the chronograph seconds and a 45-minute timer, respectively. The hands of the minutes, hours and seconds are all luminous. Nevertheless, from what I’ve observed the lume is not that strong or long-lasting.
Soulland X Skagen Grenen Chronograph Strap
The Grenen Chronograph is paired with a leather strap of 22mm that features a crocodile pattern. The band is made by the Leather Working Group. The leather is quite soft, smooth and very comfortable on the wrist. The design takes the timepiece’s style up a notch. It takes away from the rough and sporty aesthetic, adding a layer of extravagance and class. If you wish to swap the band for another one, its 22mm lug width makes finding another option quite easy.
Final thoughts
This timepiece from Skagen x Soulland represents the right reasons why people shouldn’t strive away from fashion brands. At a very affordable price of $175 you will receive a stylish and attractive watch from two top-notch Danish brands. They bring forward a unique design that is available in only 300 timepieces for each color scheme. Make sure to check out their website to discover more about their watches.
About the brand
Skagen was launched in 1989 by a couple who moved from Denmark to the United States for work. They named their brand after Skagen city. Their aesthetic draws inspiration from the clear and pleasant coastline of Skagen. That’s why their timepieces manifest a sleek and minimalist style. Starting off with simple watch dials, they add the latest high-tech features to their timepieces. Their range of hybrid smartwatches challenge the most modern technological accessories.
Long before minimalism became popular, Skagen was showcasing such elements in their production lines. Delivering simple and clean watches at affordable prices was their thing. Launched in 1989 Skagen provided another alternative to the colorful and bright timepieces coming from Swatch. This doesn’t mean that Skagen doesn’t offer its own playful designs. Nevertheless, their main focus is on slim and minimalist watches. Their goal was to propose an affordable quartz timepiece which was both versatile and elegant.
