# Statesman-Inspired Watch Collections These Automatic Watches are Inspired By Abraham Lincoln By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-08-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watch-collection References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/el-presidente-lincoln-inspired-automatic-timepiece/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1642763657/el-presidente-lincoln-inspired-timepiece?utm_source=kickbooster&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=okeh2jcu) The Pocavi El Presidente watch collection, currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codex-xband), is designed to adorn your wrist while also paying homage to one of the great and most important statesmen in the USA's history, President Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln was known for being a highly forward-thinking leader for his time, and the Pocavi El Presidente watch collection accordingly features a [modern and bold design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sbsa317) while fusing it with tried-and-tested functional elements, something that is designed to act as a metaphor for Lincoln's famous ability to balance ambitious ideals with traditional values. The watch comes equipped with a layered dial and calendar display element. Powerful in appearance as well as inspiration, the Pocavi El Presidente watch collection will appeal to those with an appreciation of American history and [great timepiece design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-mechanical-timepieces). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Historical-inspired Watch Collections:** Opportunity for watch brands to create timepieces that pay homage to historical figures and events while incorporating modern design elements. - **Balancing Ambitious Ideals with Traditional Values:** Opportunity to design products that strike a balance between innovation and tradition, appealing to consumers seeking timeless yet forward-thinking designs. - **Layered Dial and Calendar Display:** Opportunity for watch manufacturers to incorporate innovative dial designs and practical calendar features in their timepieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watch Industry:** Manufacturers can tap into the growing demand for unique and meaningful timepieces by creating historical-inspired watch collections. - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion brands can collaborate with watch designers to create limited-edition collections that combine historical significance with contemporary fashion trends. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Opportunity for crowdfunding platforms to support and promote the launch of niche watch collections that cater to specific historical interests and design aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocketwatch-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-craftsmanship-series-porter.md) - [Posh Celebratory Pocket Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-pocket-watch.md) - [Celebratory Retro-Style Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulova-super-seville-daydate.md) - [Sporty Americana Watch Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polo-watch-collection.md) - [Accessible Mechanical Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classivo-43.md) - [Space-Age Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/europa-clipper-exploration-watch.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deadpool-and-wolverine-1.md) - [Playful Cartoon-Forward Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanuts-worldwide.md) - [Vintage-Like Western-Style Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-western-black-dial-cushion-watch.md)