# Army-Approved Timepieces The Limited-Edition Octopus Automatic by Android By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-automatic References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2010/02/05/android-octopus-automatic-ad267-camo-model-japan-limited/) & [rooms.ocnk.net](http://rooms.ocnk.net/product/627) Okay, the Octopus Automatic watch was probably not approved by the Army and yet with its simple, direct face and [camo band](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-fusion-all-black-camo), how could it not be? Designed by U.S. watch manufacturer Android, the Octopus Automatic watch is being released in Japan. I can see more than a few guys liking the simplicity of this [limited edition timepiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undefeated-x-gshock-dwe5600) considering all the [crazy watches on the market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gav01-series) as of late. For a better look at the Octopus Automatic watch, take a look at the gallery above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Camo Watches:** Designing a whole contemporary line-up of camo-based watches to offer a mix of classic and modern styles using new sustainable materials. - **Military-inspired Timepieces:** Custom-made military-themed watches for servicemen and enthusiasts alike, featuring GPS tracking, barometers, and night-vision. - **Limited-edition Luxury Watches:** Developing customized watches with the latest materials and intricate craftsmanship can be a way of producing collector's pieces in ultra-limited edition runs. ### Where This Applies - **Watchmaking:** Incorporating new elements and materials to even simple designs like the Octopus Automatic can increase the watch's ability to attract customers seeking style and sustainability in their timepieces. - **Military Gear & Accessories:** Integrating advanced technology to military-inspired timepieces like the Octopus Automatic can create a potentially valuable output for soldiers and hunters from all over the world. - **Fashion:** Watchmakers can merge services for fashion houses into A-list collaborations to create coveted luxury watches that cater to high-end buyers looking for exclusive timepieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Airplane Gauge Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-specops-watch.md) - [Aggressive Frog-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-master-of-g-frogman-gw8200tpf1.md) - [Durable High-End Frog-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goliath-frogman.md) - [Affordable Luxurious Patterned Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-10.md) - [Sophisticated Automatic Watch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-automatic-watches.md) - [Solar-Powered Military-Grade Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentum-udt-eclipse-synch-solar.md) - [Stealthy Collaboration Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undefeated-x-gshock-dwe5600.md) - [Durable Luxury Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-luxury-watches-the-new-full-metal-gshock-models-are-rugged-but-eleg.md) - [Minimalist Militant Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-expedition-north-field-chrono.md)