# Stylish Antiquated Timepieces The Toc19 Hand-Wound Watch is Both Modern and Old-Fashioned By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handwound-watch References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/custom-hand-wound-watch/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1110435605/toc19-change-the-story-make-it-about-you) The luxury watch market is filled with [automatic timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spb537) that will draw energy passively from your movement to power the inner workings, but the Toc19 Hand-Wound Watch takes things in a different direction. As the name denotes, the timepiece requires winding in order to be operational which does away with the need for automative movements or batteries. This will come as welcome news to anyone who is looking for a [more simplified timepiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classivo-43) that is stylish and modern on the outside yet boasts more toned down inner workings. The Toc19 Hand-Wound Watch boasts a Seagull ST3621 [mechanical movement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-mechanical-timepieces) that is visible on the underside and comes in six different colors along with a sapphire crystal face for a strong yet stylish aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hand-wound Watches:** The trend towards simpler and more traditional methods of powering luxury timepieces presents opportunities for innovation in traditional watchmaking. - **Visible Inner Workings:** The trend towards showcasing the inner workings of luxury watches, such as the Seagull ST3621, offers opportunities for innovation in aesthetic design and craftsmanship. - **Toning Down:** The trend towards minimalist and toned-down luxury timepieces opens opportunities for innovation in sleek design and materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Watches:** Luxury watchmakers can explore hand-wound and traditional movements, as well as innovative materials and minimalist design, to differentiate their products. - **Craftsmanship:** Traditional watchmaking and artisanal craftsmanship can create innovative designs that showcase the inner workings of luxury timepieces. - **Fashion Accessories:** The trend towards more traditional and toned-down luxury timepieces presents opportunities for other fashion accessories, such as leather straps and minimalist jewelry, to complement this aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transparent Eco-Conscious Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technik-4x-skeletor.md) - [Open-Concept Retro-Style Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida-digitrend-open-sapphire.md) - [Time-Telling Cufflinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-patina-2023-collection.md) - [Angular Automobile-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benly-design-s3000-cyber-watch.md) - [Handcrafted Mechanical Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-mechanical-timepieces.md) - [Sleek Magnetic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triarch.md) - [DIY Wooden Watchmaking Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tfo-clockwork.md) - [Refined Watch Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporal-works.md) - [Accessible Mechanical Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classivo-43.md)